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First Name:
Joseph
Last Name:
Davis
Title:
Associate
Company or Organization:
DLA Piper LLP (US)
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
5/31/1981
Public Name:
JoeDavis
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
My wife and I have lived here since Summer 2012
Work Experience:
A jpeg of my resume is attached. Please let me know if you would prefer a pdf copy.
Community Involvement:
I have an active pro bono legal practice at DLA Piper. Currently, I'm representing a Somali man, Farhan Warfaa, in a lawsuit against a former Colonel of Somalia’s Barre regime. Farhan, who still lives in Somaliland, alleges that in the late 1980s, the Colonel tortured Farhan and then shot him five times at point blank range, all simply on the basis of Farhan’s ethnicity. In the 1990s, the Colonel moved to the United States and settled in Virginia. This civil lawsuit against the Colonel is our attempt to obatin justice for Farhan and others against whom the Colonel committed human rights abuses.
Separately, I am one of only several associate members of DLA Piper's Firm-wide Pro Bono Committee. Planning and managing our firm's pro bono activities across our more than 18 offices in the North America, service on this committee has allowed me to have more input on the help that our lawyers provide to those who desperately need it.
Locally, I am a member of the Leesburg Daybreak Rotary Club. The Club gives back to our community here in Leesburg and Loudoun in real and tangible ways. Through our fundraising efforts, we're able to provide scholarships to local students and grants to local organizations. And through our sweat equity, we built a new walking and nature trail for the committee at Morven Park, and make hundreds of lunches once a month for the homeless in conjunction ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
I’ve had quite a bit of success as a lawyer to this point. But, while it may seem like such a small thing, my proudest professional accomplishment came when I was just a summer associate at DLA Piper. I was given a pro bono assignment to help Matilda, a Louisiana resident whose home was damaged by a national contractor during the clean-up after Hurricane Katrina. Matilda’s daughter had lost her apartment and FEMA had tasked the contractor with installing a trailer for the daughter on the woman’s property. The contractor performed some seriously faulty work connecting the trailer to the home’s plumbing, which ended up costing Matilda about $2000 to fix. That was a lot of money for Matilda and her family.
Matilda tried to get the contractor to reimburse her for her costs but hit dead-end after dead-end. I was put on the case. After several months of cajoling that turned in to threats of a lawsuit, the contractor finally agreed to cut Matilda a check. I called Matilda to tell her the good news. She was appreciative, but cautious. She thanked me, and then asked how much she owed me for my fee. When I told her that I had done the work for free, that I represented her pro bono, I can still remember he almost immediate burst of laughter that quickly turned to tears. I could practice law for the next fifty ...
Additional Information:
It would be a true honor to be selected. Thank you for considering me.
First Name:
Julie
Last Name:
Gross
Title:
Elementary School Principal
Company or Organization:
Loudoun County Public Schools
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
5/31/1978
Public Name:
JulieGross
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
6 years
Work Experience:
Little River Elementary, Principal
South Riding, Virginia, July 2013 – present
Dominion Trail Elementary School Assistant Principal
Ashburn, Virginia, August 2009 – June 2013
Loch Lomond Elementary School Teacher on Administrative Assignment, Manassas, Virginia, 2007 - 2009
School Awards
• Board of Education Distinguished Achievement Award 2014 – Little River Elementary
• Partnered with principal to earn PWCS School of Excellence; 2007-2008, 2008-2009
• Partnered with principal to earn Distinguished Title I School 2008-2009, Loch Lomond Elementary
Prince William County Public Schools Central Elementary Summer School Site Principal, Manassas, Virginia, Summer 2008
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Coles Elementary School, Manassas, Virginia
Hearing Impaired Teacher Pre-School; 2004 - 2007
Hearing Impaired Teacher KG – 3rd Grade; 2001 – 2004
Awards
Disney Teacher Award, Nominee 2005-2006
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
• National Association of Elementary School Principals
• Virginia Association of Elementary School Principals
• Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
Community Involvement:
For the past nine years I have volunteered as a coach for Springfield Challenger Little League Baseball. I have coached for the "little" division, working with children who range from age 4 to age 12. All children have varying disabilities and the league provides an opportunity for these children to play baseball as well as make connections and socialization with peers.
In addition, each year I raise money for and participate in the Buddy Walk as a member of Team Sweet Pea, in honor of a former student and family I worked with at Dominion Trail.
In the role as principal I am actively involved in my school community, supporting events for our families and ensuring that even through difficult times our community rallies for each other. This year in particular we have had two students diagnosed with cancer and we had two fathers who passed away. I work closely with our staff and our parents to support our students and their families, ensuring the emotional health of our students as well as raising money for the financial needs of the families.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment was becoming an elementary school principal. I am honored to be responsible for ensuring the success and safety of the students in my school. Each day, being able to go to work, and see the huge impact the staff and I are having on the future is an incredible feeling and honor. Despite the challenges presented at times, it is essential to ensure all actions we do are in the best interest of the children. Each day I am responsible for setting the stage for success for over 830 students as well as 90 staff members. The ability to make a connection with all of these individuals and the honor that comes with each person's success is an incredible feeling. I am amazed that day in and day out the staff and students continue to grow and reach new accomplishments of their own. Being able to see their accomplishments is the proudest accomplishment I could ever wish for.
First Name:
Mary
Last Name:
Zmuda
Title:
Wellness Manager
Company or Organization:
Nova Medical and Urgent Care Center
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
7/26/1988
Public Name:
mzmuda
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
1.5 years
Work Experience:
I have been involved in employee health and wellness for the past six years. I started off working for the Employee Wellness Coordinator of a 5,000 person hospital while I was finishing up my BS in Exercise Science from the University of South Carolina. Always being passionate about health and wellness, I was shocked to see how unhealthy the employee population at this hospital was – and how it was not only affecting the way they did their jobs, but also impacting their overall quality of life! Here, I provided education for the employees on healthy behavior change, coordinated the health screening program, and assisted in the onsite fitness center. After a great year at the hospital, I moved onto coordinating the employee wellness program for 12,000 employees at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina that were spread across 23 different states. While working here, I simultaneously got my Master of Public Health in Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior and my Minor in Health Communication. At BlueCross, I helped the company go smoke-free, created health education programs, coordinated health seminars and fairs, incorporated healthy choices into the cafeterias, ran the health screening and flu shot programs, and assisted in the onsite fitness centers. I had a heavy hand in determining the success of these programs for individual employees and the return on investment they were capable of producing for the company. I currently the Wellness Manager for Nova Medical & Urgent Care Center, where I oversee the employee wellness program by ...
Community Involvement:
Being new to the area in 2014, my involvement with the Loudoun County Community has been tremendously rewarding. I am a member of the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professional Committee and the Health and Wellness Business Initiative Committee, as well as a frequent Chamber event and mixer attendee. I regularly promote and support other organizations in Loudoun County – among them, Nova Medical Group is a CSA pickup site for Great Country Farms, and I helped form employee teams to participate in the Cherry Blossom Breast Cancer Foundation 5K event, Tigerlily Foundation 5K event for Breast Cancer, and the Chamber’s SuperHero 5K event for Mobile Hope.
I believe that giving back and supporting those in our community is so important for both business and personal development.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My job is less about “accomplishing” and more about “inspiring.” Every day, I am faced with the opportunity to motivate and inspire a new employee to make strides towards their health and wellness goals. Healthy behavior change takes time but seeing the progress that the people who I work with are making each day is extremely rewarding. Nothing makes me prouder than when an employee who used to make unhealthy choices gets excited about going to the gym, eating a healthy lunch, or being able to come off blood pressure or cholesterol medication. Just through interacting with the employees I have worked with and seeing what they have been able to accomplish makes me proud on a daily basis.
Additional Information:
Since I have been a part of our employee wellness program, here is what has changed with the Nova Medical Group employee population’s health:
• 11% decrease in overweight/obese employees
• 6% decrease in those with diabetes/pre-diabetes
• 13% decrease in the number of employees who don’t know their blood pressure
• 14% decrease in the number of employees who don’t know their cholesterol
• 5% improvement in fruit/vegetable intake
• 5% decrease in the number of sedentary employees
• 25% decrease in the number of employees with no exercise program
• 1% decrease in tobacco users
• 5% decrease in the number of stressed employees
We also found that company turnover amongst employees who were enrolled in the wellness program was 29% lower than company turnover.
Wellness is working! And I try to educate Nova Medical Group’s employees and anyone else that will listen about the importance of being healthy and the impact it can have on every aspect of one’s life!
In 2014, Nova Medical Group was ranked Washington Business Journal’s #2 Healthiest Employer, was a finalist for the Innovate VA Game-Changer Award, and was a Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce Healthy Business Challenge winner.
First Name:
Olevson
Last Name:
Shauna
Title:
Mrs.
Company or Organization:
Loudoun County Public Schools
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
1/10/1986
Public Name:
shaunaO
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Lived here for 4 years, worked here for 7 years
Work Experience:
See attached resume.
Community Involvement:
I have worked in Loudoun County for the past seven years, and lived here
for the last four years. In that time I have become enveloped in the
community through volunteering and getting involved in my school
community. I have volunteered with the Special Olympics, helping
elementary aged children through adults learn how to bowl. These type of
fun and casual activities, I hope, makes a lasting impression.
I am currently on the membership committee for the Ashburn Rotary Club,
where we work on membership retention and new member interest. Ashburn
Rotary Club has several projects each year that benefit the community to
include children¹s back pack program, children’s winter jacket program
and helping sponsor local high kids and their college education. I
roughly contribute around 120 hours a year to this great organization.
I have spoken several times in the greater DC metro area to adults and
students about my experiences being sexually abused as a child. I believe
through sharing my experiences in an open and honest manner it will help
prevent these crimes from happening to future children. This is perhaps
the largest way I have contributed to Loudoun County. I do this on an as
need basis where it works out to anywhere between 20-80 hours a year.
I was recently was appointed the Interim Choir Director for Crossroads
United Methodist Church in Ashburn where each week (1 hour) we practice
for various performances at the weekly services. To date, I have put on ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
When I was a young girl, from about the ages of 5-7, I was sexually
abused in my very small hometown in Pennsylvania. For several years, I
ignored my feelings and kept my silence. The mental and physical pain
was a lot for me to handle as a child, but I knew that my abuser was an
adult, and I was a child ¬ therefore he should know better. When I turned
18, I had a breakdown and saw a therapist for several years. Anger had
taken a hold of my life in an extremely negative way. I felt like I could
not control my emotions, and they were getting the best of me in my daily
life. I was having a hard time building relationships due to lack of
trust. Through therapy and a lot of hard work, I was able to overcome
this by talking openly about my experiences. Currently I am an active
member of the RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest Neglect Network) Speakers
Bureau, where I am contacted to speak to the public about my experiences.
I have been interviewed for newspapers, and will be featured in a music
video with other survivors this summer.
I encourage parents, adults and teachers to talk openly and educate their
children and students about personal space and touch. I am extremely
proud of my ability to overcome this chapter of my life in a positive way
and move forward- and believe I am ...
First Name:
Andrew
Last Name:
Heironimus
Title:
Principal
Company or Organization:
Waterford Elementary
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
10/11/1980
Public Name:
Heironimus
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Lived - Entire Life, Worked - 13 Years
Work Experience:
January 2014-Present - Principal - Waterford Elementary
January 2008-January 2014 - Asst. Principal - Catoctin and Potowmack Elementary
August 2006-January 2008 - Elementary Administrative Intern - Legacy Elementary
August 2002 - August 2006 - Teacher, Hutchison Farm and Legacy Elementary
Community Involvement:
My wife and I have both lived in Loudoun County our entire lives. With both of us working full time for the school system and raising twin 6 year olds and a 4 year old - our time is stretched thin! Currently, I am coaching my sons' little league baseball team. We spend many other evenings attending school events either at Waterford or Loudoun Valley - where my wife teaches.
Proudest Accomplishment:
One of my proudest moments was being selected to serve as a principal in the school district where I have spent so much of my life. At 34, I have been a student, teacher, or administrator in LCPS for nearly 26 years and being given the opportunity to lead a school community is a very humbling experience.
First Name:
Browning
Last Name:
Herbert
Title:
VP - Commercial Relationship Manager
Company or Organization:
Middleburg Bank
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
11/11/1983
Public Name:
Browning
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
6 Years
Work Experience:
I have been involved in banking and finance for 9 years now since my graduation from Elon University in 2006. While I started with Middleburg Bank six years ago, I began my career in the mortgage industry. I managed a $100,000,000 mortgage portfolio in a mega branch for HSBC where I was responsible for all of the HR, audit, sales, and training functions. As the mortgage industry collapsed I knew I wanted to work for a smaller community focused bank. I started with Middleburg in February 2009 doing both credit analysis and loan workout. After three years I was ready to be a commercial lender but unfortunately there were no openings at Middleburg, so I left to be a lender at MainStreet Bank which is an excellent community bank based out of Fairfax. I cut my teeth in commercial lending, grew my portolio, and 12 months later Middleburg came calling as a lending position opened. I have been with Middleburg Bank 3 years and have loved it. I work with all varieties of businesses in Loudoun County and Northern Virginia to help them meet their goals. In doing that I have had several work accomplishments that I am extremely proud of. In 2014 we started an award for the lender that has the best performance in any quarter. I have won the award three out of the five times it has been awarded, including Q1 2015. I was recently awarded the President's Award for best overall performance at the bank ...
Community Involvement:
Being in my position as Commercial Relationship Manager is very active and extremely fulfilling. A large part of that fulfillment comes from my community service work. My most prominent position is Treasurer of Seven Loaves, a local food pantry in Middleburg, VA. I also serve as an Executive Committee member and Board Member as part of my Treasurer Duties. Last year we gave out 300,000 pounds of food, expanding the families we provided food for, hired a full time pantry manager (for the first time ever), and managed to expand our fundraising efforts to have the largest contribution level in history.
I graduated from the Virginia Bankers Association School of Management in 2012. It was there I began to understand the importance of working in tandem with other community banks for two primary reasons: information sharing and government advocacy. In my work with the Virginia Bankers Association, I have become Chair of the Leadership Division of Virginia, which consists of 6 regions. As Chair, I am responsible for working with VBA staff and region chairs in coordinating networking activities and organizing government relations events. I am an active participate in Bank Day, and educational programs for teachers who teach elective financial literacy courses in High School. As a result of my involvement with the VBA, I recently received one of two Excellence in Advocacy awards given by the American Bankers Association at the ABA Government Summit in DC this March.
I believe in working collectively with ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
Unfortunately I do not have one achievement I consider to be my crowning achievement. The activities I am involved in, personally and professionally, are what gives me the greatest satisfaction. I am goal driven, and I am blessed to have accomplished all the goals I established for myself when I graudated college. The awards and accolades that come with my activities are wonderful, and give me great intrinsic satisfaction, but there are many things still to be accomplished. As I work to my goals in the future I am lucky to have a wonderful wife and family by my side. My grandfather always said remember who you are and what you represent. Sticking to that saying as I go through my daily challenges and endeavors would be my greatest accomplishment.
First Name:
Blake
Last Name:
Fellows
Title:
President
Company or Organization:
Fellows Financial Group
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
9/11/1976
Public Name:
Blake1
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
38 years
Work Experience:
I am in the idea business... Our clients typically own their own business or multiple businesses and are doing anywhere from a million or two in revenues to several hundred million. We are advocates to these folks and their employees. We help empower them so they can be confident they are on track to reach their goals while working, after they make the paradigm shift and retire, and then when they are ready to pass it on. Business succession, Estate planning, executive compensation, investments and retirement planning are key areas we have expertise.
Fellows Financial Group, LLC - President - March 1st 2015 to Present
Creative Financial Group - Partner - May 2012 to February 2015
Potomac Financial Group, LLC - Managing Member - June 2005 to April 2012
Axa Financial - Financial Advisor - 2001 to May 2005
Community Involvement:
I have lived in downtown Leesburg my whole life except for a small time when we lived out on Lime Kiln across from Oatlands. My mom raised us by herself and owned and operated Leesburg Office Supply. We would help her do many things in the community while growing up to help her business. So, technically I have been involved in this community for a long time... Specifically, I have been a member of the Leesburg Daybreak Rotary Club since graduating from JMU in 2000 and have participated and headed up many projects through this club. Giving High School scholarships, spending time and helping out at Meadow Glen, Heritage Hall, and Morningside House. Community clean up projects, liaison to Loudoun County High Schools FBLA and Interact clubs, etc. The most important community activity I participate in is coaching youth sports... I have been doing this now for several years before my children came along and now am coaching my son in Little League, Loudoun Soccer, and Upward Basketball. Coaches have the opportunity to impact more children for the positive than anyone... Having grown up in this community without a Father in the picture, I understand very well how important this is...
Proudest Accomplishment:
I have many proud moments... Birth of my children, different sporting accomplishments, raising a family in a positive environment, etc but when it comes to Proudest accomplishments, I'd like to think most of those are still in front of me. If I had to pick one now regarding my profession, I would say I am proud to have the privilege to come back from college and start a business in my home town where I can make a significant impact helping friends and their families take care of important planning needs. I am very proud to have many relationship with clients and friends that I have known since I was a kid. I have some of the same clients my mom had when she had her business in Leesburg. I am also proud of that too...
Additional Information:
I just want to thank you for the opportunity to potentially be one of the 40. Having been here my whole life, it would be a great privilege to be included.
First Name:
Zwilsky
Last Name:
Eric
Title:
Mr.
Company or Organization:
Potomac Metals Incorporated
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
5/28/1998
Public Name:
MrZwilsky
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Resident for 3 years, Worked 9 years
Work Experience:
When I was in high school, my father made me come work at his recycling center in the summer opening up bags of aluminum cans and stacking auto batteries. I went to college to make sure I didn't end up working in the recycling center after school.
During college, I realized I had a great opportunity to help grow my father's metal recycling business that had great potential. I knew that through economic downturns and upturns metal recycling would always be there. When my father offered me a job after college, I decided to give it a try and never looked back.
When I started with Potomac Metals Incorporated full-time after college in 2010 we had one location head-quartered in Sterling, Virginia. In the past five years we have grown into one of the Washington D.C. Metropolitan's leaders in scrap metal recycling and also started an electronics recycling division. We now have eight locations sprawled across Northern Virginia, Maryland and West Virginia. In October we plan to open our second location in Loudoun County, which will be our companies ninth location.
At Potomac Metals, I help oversee our day-to-day operations and am the company's metal trader. As the metal trader, I sell our inventory to mills and refiners all over world.
My company also does a service for county residents by buying back their scrap metal. By recycling their scrap metal, we help keep Loudoun green and we help the economy of the county.
Community Involvement:
I have volunteered as a coach for flag football and soccer through I9 Sports. It was great to help teach children 4-7 the sports I loved to play growing up. It was also amazing to see how much the young children can learn and grow in 8 weeks.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishments include the births of my two sons Max (4) and Casen (2) and my daughter Quinn (7 months). I also have been very fortunate to marry my high school sweet-heart Brittney Zwilsky.
Additional Information:
During my four years at McDaniel College not only did I earn my B.A. in Buisness and Economics, I also played football for four years on the Green Terror Football Team. I was a two year captain while playing on the football team.
First Name:
Nicole
Last Name:
Gustavson
Title:
Owner
Company or Organization:
InForm Fitness
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/6/1978
Public Name:
NicoleG
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
6 Years
Work Experience:
EMPLOYMENT AND EXPERIENCE
MAC&MOR, LLC, DBA INFORM FITNESS LEESBURG, Leesburg, VA, USA
Owner and Operator, April 2013 – Present
· Slow motion, high-intensity strength training.
FIANNA INVESTMENTS, LLC, Leesburg, VA, USA
Commercial Property Manager, September 2014 – Present
· Manage two commercial buildings in Downtown Historic Leesburg.
NONPROFIT RISK MANAGEMENT CENTER, Leesburg, VA, USA
Independent Contractor, Writer and Editor, June 2009 – January 2010
· Co-write and edit suite of literature and software tools to help other nonprofits manage risk.
TARGUS HUMAN CAPITAL PARTNERS, San Francisco, CA, USA
Senior Executive Recruiter, January 2007 – January 2010
· Provide c-suite executive search and recruitment services to leading sponsor-backed, private and public companies, throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in financial leadership.
TEXT 100 CORPORATION, Global Technology PR, San Francisco, CA, USA
Legal Assistant to both General and Legal Counsel, May 2006 – January 2007
· Manage Service Agreement, LOA, NDA, Automatic Novation and Indemnity Clause negotiations, Debt Collections, Privacy Policies, and the creation of foreign corporate affiliates.
AXA INVESTMENT MANAGERS UK, London, United Kingdom
Senior Investment Communications Executive, September 2002 – July 2003
· Hire and mentor Junior Investment Writer as senior member of the Fund and Markets Division.
· Edit and repackage ‘Economic Viewpoints’ for both retail and institutional audiences.
Investment Communications Executive, September 2001 – September 2002
· Report all global market macroeconomic/investment commentary and fund reports for IFAs, private and internal clients.
· Liaise with fund, sales and industry managers, writing a range of ...
Community Involvement:
Active member of the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce and avid supporter of a number of local non-profit organizations and charities. Always looking for ways to give back and be of service.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Raising my two extraordinary twin daughters as a single mother, until I met my wonderful, unwaveringly supportive and loving husband, Joshua, when they were three years old.
First Name:
Sema
Last Name:
Konur
Title:
Owner
Company or Organization:
More Than Cheer-Loudoun, LLC
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
11/17/1987
Public Name:
Sema
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
20 years
Work Experience:
Work Experience
[The Studio-mind.body.soul] [2011-2012]
[Ashburn, Va]
Ran and helped develop the Dance Department at The Studio-mind.body.soul. Taught ballet and Jazz, both traditional and contemporary styles, choreographer and Director of The Studio’s Performance Team, from ages 3-16.
[Heritage High School] [2012-2013]
[Leesburg, Va]
Served Head Junior Varsity Fall Cheerleading Coach for my alumni High School, Heritage High School. I train my athletes with skills, leadership and technique that will help them reach the Varsity level in years to come.
[Heritage High School] [2013-Current]
[Leesburg, Va]
Serve as the Head Varsity Fall and Winter Cheerleading Coach for my alumni High School, Heritage High School.
Train athletes in how to become better in life and sports
Provide and safe and thriving programs for athletes
Provided leadership and volunteer opportunities for all athletes
Certified VHSL coach
Certified in CPR/First Aid
Background Checked
[Heritage High School] ...
Community Involvement:
You can often see me out in the community providing leadership workshops for our local girls scouts, sponsoring school PTA’s and school events, performing and attending local special events host by different Loudoun County organizations and clubs. More Than Cheer-Loudounoffers wonderful career opportunities for high school athletes, and an awesome Junior Training program for young athletes between the ages for 11-16. We provide class discounts for low income families and military families. In 2015, applied to join the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce. I was nominated and a finalist for Best Coach in Posh 7 Magazine's “Best of Suburbia Issue” 2014. I was nominated for Best Coach in “Best of Loudoun” contest 2015.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment would have to be waking up every day and making a difference in my athlete’s lives. Cheerleading is a very hard industry to be in because of the prodigious aspects that follow behind it. I look past those stereotypes every day when I wake up.
I coach young women and men to be excellent in life and in sports, how to becoming leaders in life, school, and their community, and how to feel empowered when they step foot in my gym. Our gym motto is "It takes MORE to be the BEST" and I truly exude that every day so the kids can view me as their role model and apply what I am coaching to their own lives.
Recently, we began a Performance Team program that I am director of and that program started off with only 5 girls last year, this year we had 20! The Program is low cost and offers athletes to opportunity to expand their skills, leadership, and knowledge of the sport of cheerleading. They joined because they believed in me and my coaching, that is something that I cherish and use for fuel when I step out into our community every day.
I work so hard to make sure my students at Heritage and my gym feel empowered and loved, making sure they know what attributes make them important and special to our world and community. I love being from Leesburg and owning a gym that can serve ...
Additional Information:
This nomination means the world to me! I am 27 years old and I work two full time jobs because they both involve impacting the lives of our youth!
If I can plant one seed, I can plant a million!
First Name:
Trevon
Last Name:
Hauth
Title:
Assistant General Manager
Company or Organization:
Empower Adventure Middleburg
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
7/3/1985
Public Name:
Trevon
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
1 year working in Loudoun
Work Experience:
Trevon Hauth MBA
Assistant General Manager/Canopy Course Manager
trevonh@gmail.com
Summary
A highly motivated individual who enjoys growing and developing teams to reach new goals and objectives.
Experience
Assistant General Manager/Canopy Course Manager at Empower Adventures
June 2014 - Present (11 months)
Manage onsite operations of the Tree Top Zip Line Canopy Course at the Salamander Resort and Spa. The
canopy tour consists of 5 zip lines and 2 suspension bridges for a unique 2 hour eco-tour experience.
Recreation Coordinator at The City of Bedford
May 2012 - May 2014 (2 years 1 month)
Hired, trained, and managed 7-20 permanent and seasonal teams of customer service associates Developed
and presented customer service training for staff Organized, planed, and executed special events ranging
from 500-1,500 participants. Collaborated with local businesses for sponsorship opportunities Increased
summer program revenue by 25%
Associate Director of Sports/Sports Program Assistant/Unit Leader at YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas
May 2011 - May 2012 (1 year 1 month)
Developed and presented content for volunteer meetings Increased volunteer compliance percentage by 30%
Self enabled on scheduling software and trained others to improve operational efficiency Resolved questions
and concerns of 400 sport teams and 5,000 participants Researched and developed new programs to target
younger age groups, which increased revenue by 1% during the first year
Special Projects Director/Executive Product Coordinator/Guest Interaction Manager at Seven Peaks
Water Park
February 2009 - October 2010 (1 year 9 months)
Developed and presented new customer-service training to over 300 employees Worked with product team to
create ...
Community Involvement:
Since relocating from Dallas Texas, over the last year I have been an active member in several organizations. I am a member of both the Loudoun and Dulles Chamber of Commerce organizations. I have also been certified as a Tourism Ambassador for the Journey Through Hallowed Ground. However, I am most proud of sharing the local history and ecology that Loudoun has to offer with the guests I interact with on a daily basis. As a Canopy Course Manager I have been able to create a unique tour that helps visitors explore the beauty and wonder that is so readily available in our area. Our tour allows us to get to know people in a short amount of time leaving them with an experience that they will continue to share far beyond their stay in Loudoun.
Proudest Accomplishment:
I consider myself to be a lucky man, I have a support team that helps me strive to do better every day. I was fortunate enough to find my true love early in life and over nearly a decade we have had three beautiful daughters. It is this team that I am most proud of and why I have been able to accomplish more than I ever thought imaginable. Other than my young and growing family my proudest accomplishment was during my final year of my masters program. I was juggling a full-time job, full-time school, full-time family, and training for a 50K ultra marathon. I learned how to balance time, prioritize, and stretch my mind and body to new limits. I cannot describe the joy that I felt as I was able to work toward some of the biggest goals I had ever set, and complete them. To share the excitement of graduation, and the finish line with my wife and daughters is a time that I will never forget. They never gave up on me, and they kept me going through all the tough times and helped me realize how great the good times can be. It is a time of my life I will never forget.
First Name:
Heather
Last Name:
Norman
Title:
RN, MSN, NE-BC, CNL, Chief Clinical Officer
Company or Organization:
Nova Medical Group and Urgent Care, Inc.
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/23/1981
Public Name:
hnorman@no
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
8 years
Work Experience:
Nova Medical Group & Urgent Care
June 2013 – Current
Chief Clinical Officer
DaVita HealthCare Partners, Inc.
September 2010-June 2013
Facility Administrator
HCR-MANOR CARE FAIROAKS
March 2009- September 2010
Management - Director of Care Delivery (59 bed skilled nursing unit)
INOVA FAIR OAKS HOSPITAL, Fairfax, VA
September 2008- March 2009
Labor and Delivery Staff Registered Nurse
COMPHRENSIVE HEALTH, INC., Vienna, VA February 2006-July 2006
Senior Client Services Administrator– BNSF Railways Division
US ARMY Active Duty, Fort Meade, MD
June 1999 – February 2006
Staff Sergeant, Medical Specialist
Ambulatory Care Center Management
Community Involvement:
Precepts Nursing Students at local colleges / university’s – oversee placement program
Stafford University Registered Nurse Advisory board member
Oversees the Loudoun County Free Clinic operations at our Leesburg location
Past Loudoun County Science Fair judge
Nurses Week – went to daycare for a Teddy Bear clinic and built first aid kits with children – read books about going to the dr
Participated in multiple breast cancer events and funraising 5K races
Health Connect ACO – member of multiple committees
Quality Assurance and Integrative Medicine committee member at Nova Medical and urgent Care
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest professional moments are related to the direct sucess of my team - theres nothing more rewarding than seeing your teammates excel both personally and professionally. To mentor and coach someone from the bottom up, or through difficuly situations is completly fulfilling and truly an honor.
For me, my proudest accomplishment was completing my Masters Degree in Clinical Nurse Leadership from the University of Virginia as a single mother of a 4 year old little girl with chronic illness. Balancing life, motherhood, school and a sick daughter that required bi-weekly blood transfusions was sometimes overwhelming, but I just put one foot in front of the other and never gave up. When youre determined to do something, you cant let anything get in your way or stop you - you will have barriers but you have to push through.
Additional Information:
Obtained National certification as a Board Certified Nurse Executive and Clinical Nurse Leader.
First Name:
Lindsay
Last Name:
Forseth
Title:
Director of Catering
Company or Organization:
Salamander Resort & Spa
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
11/18/1980
Public Name:
LForseth
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
9 years
Work Experience:
Work Experience:
February 2014 – Present
Salamander Resort & Spa, Middleburg, VA
Position: Director of Catering
• Sales and Service for weddings, Bar / Bat Mitzvahs, holiday parties, anniversary parties, birthday parties, family reunions, team building, day meetings and other social events
• Manages social room blocks
• Attends pick up meeting
• Conducts site-visits with prospective clients
• Prepares proposals, estimates, event orders, event plans and room diagrams for social events
• Manages events once on-site
• Works closely with culinary, banquets, banquet housemen and audio visual departments to ensure successfully executed events
• Proactively identifies and solicits target accounts to increase revenues
• Attends local networking functions
• Attends daily business review meeting to evaluate the best fit for the property
• Organized a wedding/event planner FAM
• Organized a holiday party preview event
• Redesigned the wedding and holiday menus and presentation of the packages
• 95% positive MeetingScope score
• Nominated for Manager of the 2nd Quarter 2014
June 2010 – February 2014
Lansdowne Resort, Lansdowne, VA
Position: Senior Catering Sales Manager
April 2007 – June 2010
Lansdowne Resort, Lansdowne, VA
Position: Catering Sales Manager
August 2006-April 2007
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Tysons Corner, VA
Position: Meetings & Special Events Manager
April 2005-August 2006
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Tysons Corner, VA
Position: Catering Sales Manager
November 2004-April 2005
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Tysons Corner, VA
Position: Catering Coordinator
October 2003-November 2004
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Washington, DC
Position: Catering and Conference Services Administrative Assistant
Community Involvement:
Involved with Biz Buzz in the local Middleburg community.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Mentoring, training and developing my Catering Coordinator at Lansdowne to the point that she achieved her career goals and was promoted to Catering Manager.
Additional Information:
My husband and I have lived in Northern Virginia all of our lives. We love the area and community. I love the hospitality industry and the fact that in my position, I get to create life-long memories for my clients. I am a part of the most special moments in their lives and seeing how happy they are, brings me so much joy.
First Name:
Sean
Last Name:
Gallahan
Title:
Vice President
Company or Organization:
Cassaday & Company, Inc.
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
10/21/1985
Public Name:
Sean23
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
5 months
Work Experience:
Sean K. Gallahan, CFP®, CMFC
Sean@cassaday.com
703-314-6115 (cell)
44544 Stepney Dr. Ashburn, VA 20147
EDUCATION
Certificate in Financial Planning, September 2010
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
B.B.A., Finance, May 2008
Radford University, Radford, VA
Overall GPA: 3.71; 3.75 (in Major) Dean’s List Scholar, Recipient
AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) International Accredited
RADFORD UNIVERSITY INVOLVEMENT
Beta Gamma Sigma (International Business Honor Society), Treasurer
Delta Sigma Pi (Professional Business Fraternity), Vice-President of Finance
Financial Management Association, Vice-President
Radford University Career Services, Extern Program (Hilton Hotels)
REGISTRATION & LICENSES
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)
• Series 7
• Series 66
• Chartered Mutual Funds Counselor (CMFC)
• Life, Health & Annuities license
EXPERIENCE
Cassaday and Company, Inc. May 2008 - Present
Vice President McLean, Virginia
• Supervise $45,000,000 of assets under management for approximately 50 households in DC Metro area
• Prepare, monitor, and assist clients with the implementation and execution of their personalized financial planning checklist
• In addition to the investment management, coordinate the interrelated areas of personal finance including retirement and income planning, estate planning, insurance, and tax issues.
• Voting member of Cassaday & Company’s Investment Policy Committee and responsible for investment recommendations within our U.S. Large Cap Growth space (~$95,000,000 position)
The I’On Company – The Club May 2007 – July 2007
Accounting Assistant Charleston, South Carolina
• Reconciled & audited several daily sales journals; handled cash management responsibilities
• Provided membership maintenance (630 paid memberships; 2,200 total members) and executed collection calls to delinquent accounts ($5,000 monthly)
• Managed ...
Community Involvement:
I work with the Make A Wish Mid Atlantic chapter as a volunteer Wish Granter. Make A Wish helps grant the wish of a child diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition. I have been privileged to work with several children, including a shopping spree at Tyson's Mall, a trip to Disney, a trip to Paris, and my current child, who has a wish to go to Germany with her family (going in July 2015).
I serve on Cassaday & Company's Board of Trustees for Cassaday & Company's Charitable Fund. Presently, this Fund serves four national charities. In addition to donations, every year we visit So Others Might Eat (S.O.M.E.) in DC to help prepare meals for the poor and homeless; we also are a major sponsor for Youth For Tomorrow, another of the Funds' charities, and attend the annual Youth For Tomorrow County Fair.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My biggest career accomplishment to date is passing the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) exam. This was a huge feat considering only 50-60% of people pass each time that the exam is administered. The CFP designation is the highest mark that one can achieve within the Financial Planning profession. It is not this way at most firms, but my boss requires our Financial Planners to obtain the CFP before taking on any clients. So, I knew once I passed that this was a big stepping stone for me, yet my career was just getting started. I passed in 2011 and now manage ~$45,000,000 for ~50 households in the DC Metro area. I try to serve as the center of gravity for all of my clients' personal financial affairs.
Additional Information:
Although I am a fairly new resident to Ashburn (just moved to the One Loudoun development in November of 2014 with my soon to be wife), I have already enjoyed meeting many of my neighbors and I look forward to becoming even more involved within the community in the near future.
First Name:
Gillian
Last Name:
Smith
Title:
Mrs.
Company or Organization:
Gillian Smith Independent Hairstylist
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
2/25/1988
Public Name:
Gillian
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Lived in Loudoun for 27 years and worked in Loudoun 12 years
Work Experience:
In 2005 I began working at Hair Savvy Salon in Leesburg as the shampoo girl. In 2006 I attended the Aveda Institute in Washington D.C. to study Cosmetology. Near the end of my schooling I was invited back to Hair Savvy as a hairstylist and began my career working for Patti Nolan along side 8 other talented stylists. In April of 2013 I became an independent hairstylist booth renting at Hair Savvy Salon and running my own personal business.
Community Involvement:
As an independent hairstylist I am able to contribute to many different causes, fundraisers, and local businesses by offering and donating services to help and promote each individual matter. In the world of beauty, when you have a client in your chair helping to maintain their appearance you are also maintaining their emotional and personal health. I do believe when a person feels more polished, this contributes to a persons overall well being.
I have been fortunate in my business allowing me to give to well deserving individuals, such as offering monthly haircuts to a retired Vietnam Vet who is now in an assisted living home with little family left. I have also been privileged to work with many woman suffering from different types of illness's by offering my services to promote a sense of normalcy and pampering back into their lives.
Hairdressing is not just a profession for me, but a way to connect with others. Whether it be a lighthearted conversation, or something more darkened, I am always humbled to be able to give something to others. Sometimes all a person needs is a little company and a lending ear.
Proudest Accomplishment:
The world of hairdressing is very challenging in many ways. I stared my career at the age of 18, and it was not an easy road. Men and woman love a trusted and experienced hairdresser, and of course right out of beauty school you have very little experience. For the first few years I had to work very hard, attending many training courses, advanced schooling, and beauty shows to extend my knowledge in the industry. In 2009 I was building a steady clientele and my confidence was growing stronger. With the help of the salon I was given more and more clients. In 2013 when the discussion came up to become an independent hairstylist, I was very uncomfortable with this. I was scared. I was scared to do it alone, but looking back on all I had done I knew that this was what I needed. If you never jump out of your comfort zone you are only moving backwards.
I have been working for myself for 2 years and I am proud of where I am, it was not always easy and there were many times in the early stages I wanted to quit. I look back and I know it was all an important part in my journey and all led me to grow into the stylist I am today.
First Name:
Stephen
Last Name:
Pangle
Title:
Mr
Company or Organization:
Pangle and Associates / Atlantic Airways
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
8/25/1981
Public Name:
Pangle
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
33 years
Work Experience:
24687 Kings Canyon Dr
Aldie VA, 20105 703-470-8400
Steve@pangleandassociates.com
Stephen Pangle
Objective To acquire a position with a reputable Company:
Experience Current: Real Estate Agent with Pangle and Associates:
- 3 years Sales Experience
- Licensed in Virginia
2010 – Current: Pilot for Atlantic Airways: Leesburg VA
- Corporate Pilot- Private Government Official R66Turbine/R44
- Instructor Pilot 500+ TT 100+ Turbine R66
2003-November 2010 Loudoun County Sheriffs Office Leesburg VA
Sheriffs Deputy
• Nearly 7 years Law Enforcement Experience.
• Many Felony Arrests in Various areas of Law Enforcement.
• Colt AR-15 M4 Operator, Remington 870 Bean Bag Operator,
• Radar Operator, Mountain Bike Operator, X-26 taser Operator,
• Deputy of the Month September, 2005
• Certified Law Enforcement Officer VA, expires 11-2012
• Project Lifesaver Certified
• Search and Rescue Team
Education
2007 - 2011 Mauna Loa Helicopters Kailua Kona HI, 96740
• Commercial, IFR rated Helicopter Pilot 500 + Hours
• CFI / CFII May, 2011
• R44 200+ Hrs R66 100+ Hours
• Robinson Safety Course Oct of 2008/Dec 2012
2002-2005 George Mason University Fairfax, VA
• Bachelors Degree: Administration of Justice.
• 3.19 GPA
2003 Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy Ashburn, VA
- Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Officer Certification. Certification Expires 09-2012
2000-2002 Northern Virginia Community College
? Associates Degree: Administration of Justice.
Community Involvement:
While a member of the Loudoun County Sheriffs office, I was active in the community everyday. For my first 5 years I patrolled the Sterling Park area, and encountered all manner of police related situations which directly affected the community. I was also a member of the Search and Rescue team as well as project Life Saver, which is a program where individuals with special needs such as Autism, or Alzheimers would be fitted with tracking bracelets, in case they wandered from their home.
Currently At Pangle and Associates we actively participate in Down town Leesburg's First Friday. We will often have food, drinks, and will support a local Musical Talent by having them perform for everyone who visits during first Friday.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment would have to be making the decision to leave the Sheriffs office after having been well established into that career. I owned a house, a new car and had graduated from college all by 23. After around 5 years on patrol I had a belief or a "knowing" that there was something more for me in life. I made the decision to quit my job, cash out my retirements, and travel to a place half way around the world, to which I had never been, and put myself through a professional flight school. I attended Mauna Loa Helicopters on the Big Island of Hawaii. After completing my Commercial pilots license I returned home to VA and rejoined the Sheriffs Office for an additional 1.5 years. Still not being completely satisfied, I left again and returned to Hawaii to continue training on my Certified Instructor, and Certified Instrument Instructors Licenses. Living in Hawaii for a short time completely changed my life. The friends I made, the beauty I saw, and experiences I had, I will never forget. I also met my future wife while living in Hawaii, and we are currently married and Living in Loudoun. After completing my additional training I received a job offer from Steve Hutchens with Atlantic Airways out of Leesburg VA, flying helicopters for Joe May. I accepted, and have been flying for Joe, and doing some instruction with Atlantic ...
First Name:
Jamie
Last Name:
Baker
Title:
Founder & CEO
Company or Organization:
Team Make It Happen
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
7/30/1986
Public Name:
jlbaker
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Since 1995
Work Experience:
SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Solid background in Human Resources, experience in recruitment, onboarding and orientation, employee engagement, conflict resolution, benefits administration, HR legal compliance and records management. Demonstrated success in developing Wellness Programs, communicating HR initiatives and philanthropy events.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Team Make It Happen – Leesburg, VA June 2014 – Present
FOUNDER & CEO
• Inspire others to lead a healthy lifestyle through one on one coaching in aspects of their lives
• Motivate others to achieve their dreams through at home work out programs and nutrition support
• Achieve results through private accountability groups that provide daily encouragement
Brookfield Residential – Fairfax, VA January 2014 – December 2014
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
• Launched and trained employees on Compass, the employee intranet, as the Regional Champion and HR Champion
• Managed HR processes for onboarding, benefits, payroll and commission for 95+ employees
• Launched the HRIS system, WorkDay, including testing, training, data integrity and reporting
Pragmatics Inc – Reston, VA August 2013 – January 2014 (Subject to Lay off)
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATOR
• Successful in improving the on-boarding process for all new hires
• Conducted new employee orientation at headquarters for over 50+ employees monthly
• Launched first-ever Employee Wellness Program: biometric screenings, health assessments and wellness seminars
Centuria Corporation – Reston, VA November 2012 – July 2013 (Laid off)
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATOR
• ...
Community Involvement:
I love to volunteer and give back to the community. I learned at a very young age the importance of helping out others. I love to help out in any opportunity as long as it's positive, inspiring and benefits the greater good of the world. There comes a time in life when you may need help. Always PAY IT FORWARD!
Proudest Accomplishment:
06/19/14 investing in myself by opening my company, Team Make It Happen, in honor of Nicole Megaloudis. I always remember Nicole. There is not a day that goes by that I am not honored to have known her, be surrounded by her positive friends, family and teammates. She forever has graced me with her spirit and mantra of "Make It Happen"!
Additional Information:
01/07/2015 I fell on black ice and almost lost my life again. . . Having a traumatic brain injury while running a business as a Chinese, Italian, American female is no joke. It literally takes everything I have most days to get going and keep positive. I refuse to let the negativity of the world keep me down - I will "Make It Happen" in honor of Nicole! It took that EYE opening experience to remind me of my WHY! Remind me of WHY I live to inspire, empower and change the world. I promise I will leave a legacy on this earth form my existence!
First Name:
Kristin
Last Name:
Pangle Regan
Title:
REALTOR
Company or Organization:
Pangle & Associations
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
8/7/1983
Public Name:
kpanglereg
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Born & Raised :)
Work Experience:
My first real job was at Leesburg Subway at 15yrs old. I stayed with them throughout High school.
I worked my way through college by doing jobs such as a vet assistant, at Towne Animal Clinic, followed by bartending at Thoroughbreds while getting my Real Estate license. I got my license in the winter of '05 and was "thrown" into Real Estate by taking over my moms entire business while she went into management for Long & Foster.
My first 6 months in Real Estate I had over a million dollars in sales and was awarded rookie of the year at Long & Foster. A few years later we opened Pangle & Associates and I continue to build my own book of business. I was Top Producer in our office in 2013.
Born and raised in Loudoun County my friends growing up are now clients and as a result my business continues to grow and I have the pleasure of working with and helping people I've known most of my life.
Community Involvement:
For many years I worked with rebuilding together otherwise known as Christmas in April; an organization dedicated to keeping local residents who are elderly, low income or disabled, warm, safe, and dry in their homes.
Also currently volunteer with Habitat for Humanity.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment would be managing a full time Real Estate career and being a full time mom of twins. My mom and I opened Pangle & Associates 3 months after my twins were born and I wasn't sure how I would be able to do both, but with the support of family I had one of my best years in Real Estate my first year as a mom. Having Teague & Delaney gave me a renewed focus and ambition in Real Estate and it continues to drive me to this day. Its not always easy but its always worth it.
Staying at home with 2 toddlers all day makes me appreciate my days at work and being with clients, having real conversations and brings out my inner business woman. My time at work makes me miss my little ones and our time together coloring, playing and anticipating what they will get into next. It's the best of both worlds and I couldn't imagine it any other way.
First Name:
Alicia
Last Name:
Keen
Title:
Owner
Company or Organization:
Glowing Oasis Pilates, LLC
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
11/28/1990
Public Name:
Alicia1
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
4 years
Work Experience:
Owner/Pilates Instructor April 2011 – Present
Glowing Oasis Pilates LLC, Ashburn, VA
•Instructs clients of all ages on both mat and reformer
•Prepares lesson plans for each client tailored to their goals and needs
•Specializes in Pre and Post Natal Pilates
•Manages all marketing; website, updates social media sites and blog, e-newsletter, designs marketing materials
•Consistently networks with other businesses
•Records all finances and cash flow
PR & Marketing January 2015 - Present
Rock Water Farm, Aldie, VA
•Answers phone calls and assists customers’ needs
•Organizes community outreach events for the company
•Manages online marketing; social media sites & newsletter
•Attends weekly networking events
•Inputs information into system and keeps the company running smoothly
Pilates Instructor January 2013 – January 2015
LaRue Wellness, Leesburg, VA
•Developed lesson plans for small groups
•Taught intimate group classes to individuals of all ages
•Established client policy with business
•Instructed private reformer sessions
Dance/Gymnastics Instructor September 2010 – February 2012
The Little Gym of Winchester, Winchester, VA
•Prepared lesson plans based on the established school and classroom curriculum.
•Instructed children ages 2 ½-8 years old in ballet, tap, and gymnastics
•Established teamwork in the classroom and self-esteem within each child
•Guided students on the elements of creative movement, crafts, and social skills
Dance Instructor, August 2007 – August 2009
Delaware Arts Conservatory, Wilmington, DE
•Effectively structured lesson plans for maximum learning each week.
•Instructed ballet, tap, and jazz to students 3 years old and up.
•Choreographed recital dances for ...
Community Involvement:
I am a proud member and ambassador of the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce and served as the marketing chair for their Young Professional committee last year. I am also a member of a women's networking group called WINN (Women in Northern Virginia Networking). We meet once a month to network and frequently volunteer our time or goods to various charities around the county. My business, Glowing Oasis Pilates, puts on a food drive each year for Loudoun Interfaith Relief as well.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment so far has been acquiring a studio space to run my business out of. After doing in-home sessions for years, in 2014 I signed the lease for my studio in Ashburn and I have loved it ever since! Another proud accomplishment was to be a finalist in the Chamber's Small Business Awards last year. I was the youngest finalist and though I didn't win, just making to the finals alone was an amazing experience!
Additional Information:
In a nutshell, I run my Pilates studio full time and also do the marketing for my boyfriend's company, Rock Water Farm (he was a 40 under 40 last year!). He and I actually met networking at BNI. I am a type A personality that never stops growing, learning and creating. I sincerely enjoy solving problems and helping others achieve their goals. Ever since I moved to Loudoun County, I've taken every opportunity and worked at it with all my might. I will continue to do so the rest of my life! Thank you for your time and for your consideration of 40 Under 40!
First Name:
Elizabeth
Last Name:
Venafro
Title:
Founding Partner
Company or Organization:
Konvergent, LLC
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/14/1984
Public Name:
evenafro
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
9 years
Work Experience:
• In 2006, Elizabeth Venafro joined K2M, a Leesburg-based medical device company, as the company’s first product management marketing assistant. During a time in which K2M was privately owned with 50 employees and approximately $20 million in revenue, she built the marketing communications function from the bottom up. Elizabeth eventually worked her way up to become the Director of Global Marketing Communications.
• Within the last year, Elizabeth’s strategy for social media resulted in staggering increased engagement across all of K2M’s social media platforms. In 2014 alone, the emphasis on tailored content has resulted in the following user engagement percent increases: 84 percent, Facebook; 69 percent, Twitter; 51 percent, Twitter Jobs (an account geared towards prospective employees; 159 percent, YouTube; 109 percent increase, LinkedIn.
• One of the many reasons Elizabeth is so greatly valued is her ability to solve problems. After engaging with colleagues across various functions and listening to some of the more frequently voiced challenges, she voluntarily assumed full ownership of K2M’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database. This system achieved an 85 percent adoption rate by internal employees.
• Elizabeth’s proven ability to strike the right balance between thinking outside the box while being practical has been a tremendous asset. One such example is her integration of digital platforms, including social media, responsive web design, mobile apps and digital sales aid tools. Aside from the efficiency employees enjoy through these platforms, this technology resulted in a reduction of printing expenses by 83 percent since inception.
• When faced ...
Community Involvement:
• Elizabeth currently serves as the Event Committee Chair for the Brambleton Community Association (BCA) in Loudoun County, which received the Great American Living 2014 Community of the Year Award. The BCA puts on over 100 events for residents and the surrounding community each year.
• Elizabeth is a true believer in sharing her talents with her community and is passionate about a variety of worthy causes. She most recently supported families affected by pediatric cancer in her role as Event Fundraiser for Non-Profits for Salamone Associates, LLC. Elizabeth is also interested in animal welfare, disaster and humanitarian relief, arts and culture.
Proudest Accomplishment:
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Elizabeth is the proud wife and mother of two.
Additional Information:
In 2006, Elizabeth graduated Magna Cum Laude from the James Madison University (JMU) with a Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing. During her college career, she was awarded the JMU Derek Sprague Marketing Award for strong academic performance while demonstrating willingness to take initiative and bring a sense of entrepreneurship to the college learning experience. She was also President of the Delta Sigma Chapter of Phi Chi Theta National Business Fraternity, a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma International Honor Society, Mu Kappa Tau Marketing Honor Society, Golden Key International Honor Society, and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. While in college, Elizabeth also interned at MTV Networks as a Special Events Intern and at Giorgio Armani Corporation as an advertising intern.
First Name:
David
Last Name:
Nichols
Title:
COO
Company or Organization:
LawnBoy Lawn Services
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
9/30/1984
Public Name:
Lawnboy
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Have lived in Loudoun for 28 years and worked in Loudoun for 16 years
Work Experience:
I did not take the path most traveled to get to where I am today. I attended a small college in Florida, but after 3 semesters I realized that my major didn't align with what I was truly passionate about. I was more of a hands-on guy who thrived when I was using my hands so I could be creative, while learning new skills.
In 2003, at 18 years old, I started working for Home Depot in the lawn/garden department. I quickly realized how much I enjoyed the environment, and it confirmed my love for working with my hands. My hard work paid off, and a year later, I was promoted to department head/key-holder. This position came with several new responsibilities, which I happily took on. After several months I found myself wanting new challenges. I wanted to be more creative and knew that Home Depot was not going to fill that void.
For the next two years I kept searching for the right job that I could make into a career. My family has been running small lawn maintenance businesses in Loudoun since 1988. For 15 years I worked on and off with my family. I discovered this was something I was passionate about. I was excited at the thought that this could be my opportunity to be more creative.
In 2005 I made the decision to stop searching for the right job; my father and I purchased LawnBoy Lawn Services. For the first several ...
Community Involvement:
As a member of Loudoun Baptist Temple I have been able to give back to my church. LawnBoy is in charge of all grounds maintenance and beautification projects.
For the past 3 years LawnBoy has participated in the Leesburg 4th of July parade. This is such a fun event where my family and staff and family always look forward to creating a float that will excite Leesburg residents.
LawnBoy is also involved with the Wounded Warrior Project, The El Foundation, Sadie Smiles Charity, Habitat for Humanity, and several Loudoun youth sports programs.
Being involved in the community is important to us. LawnBoy desires to support and give back to a community that has given us so much.
Proudest Accomplishment:
I would have to say, by far, my proudest accomplishment is the various accolades LawnBoy has received.
In 2014 LawnBoy received The Best of Loudoun- Mowing/Landscaping Company Award. It's hard to put into words how I felt after receiving the phone call notifying me of our company's success. I was humbled that Loudoun's readers voted our company #1 when there are so many great landscape companies throughout Loudoun.
In April 2015, for the second year in a row, we were able to achieve this award. LawnBoy has truly been blessed to have such great customers who consider us one of the best companies Loudoun has to offer.
In 2014 and 2015 LawnBoy was awarded the Angie's List Super Service Award for outstanding customer service and reviews. This award is very important to me because we strive to provide the highest quality of service everyday. This award is a direct reflection of my determination to uphold a positive reputation throughout the community.
In 2011 I was named one of The Loudoun Business Journal's 30 Under 30 Young Professionals in Loudoun County.
Winning these awards has helped LawnBoy grow tremendously. Ours sales skyrocketed 42% from 2013 to 2014 as a direct result of these awards. These awards prove to me that our business model is working, and that the time and energy spent focusing on quality and customer service have not gone unnoticed.
Additional Information:
I would like to say thank you to the entire committee for considering me for this award. It is humbling to know that hard work, never taking the easy road, and the good work ethic my parents instilled in me so many successes in life.
I'll leave you with one last thought: It never pays to cut corners, but it pays to cut grass!
First Name:
Nicole
Last Name:
Stribling
Title:
Curator of Permanent Collections
Company or Organization:
National Sporting Library & Museum
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
1/7/1982
Public Name:
NStribling
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
3 1/2 years
Work Experience:
Nicole Elizabeth Stribling
WORK EXPERIENCE
Curator of Permanent Collections, National Sporting Library & Museum,
Middleburg, Virginia, December 2012 - Present
Curatorial Assistant, Department of American and British Paintings,
National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, October 2008 – December 2012
Assistant for Exhibition Administration, National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC
October 2005 – October 2008
Collections Manager and Exhibition Coordinator, Ridderhof Martin Gallery, University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, Virginia, August 2004 – October 2005
Katzenberger Foundation Intern, National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC, June 1 – August 6, 2004
Academic Intern, James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library, Fredericksburg, Virginia, January - May 2004
Gallery Assistant, Ridderhof Martin Gallery, University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, Virginia, May – August 2003, January – May 2004
EDUCATION
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland
Master’s Degree in Museum Studies, intended graduation: Spring 2017
University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Bachelor’s Degree in Art History, Class of 2004
Richmond, American International University in London, Fall 2003
AWARDS
National Gallery of Art, Merit-based Awards, September 2008, September 2010, August 2011 and October 2012.
Katzenberger Foundation Art Internship, Smithsonian Institution, Summer 2004
Emil R. Schnellock Scholarship in Art History, 2003/2004 Academic Year
Mary Washington College Class of 1944 Annual Scholarship, Spring 2002
MEMBERSHIPS
Middleburg Arts Council, Secretary
2013 - present
University of Mary Washington, Alumni Board of Directors,
2008 – 2010 and 2010 – 2012
Community Involvement:
Middleburg Arts Council, Secretary
Proudest Accomplishment:
Traveling as a courier with art masterpieces to cities around the world.
Additional Information:
I also ride horses part-time and help my family run their apple orchard - Stribling Orchard - in Markham, VA.
First Name:
Damien
Last Name:
Sanchez
Title:
CEO
Company or Organization:
DC Mosquito Squad
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
2/11/1978
Public Name:
DRRS
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
5 years
Work Experience:
CEO DC mosquito Squad
Cofounder Sterling Lighting
Retired Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Dept.
US Forest Service Will and Firefighter
Community Involvement:
Malaria No More- I consult and do advertising for MNM to promote the battle against malaria in the greater DC area.
Blue Ridge Bible Church- I attend church here with my family
Mentors International- I will be leaving for Guatemala in July to see the work being done, I support their efforts financially.
Proudest Accomplishment:
I was nominated as one of three finalists at Icon 2015, I didn't win but I was competing against other well run businesses, I was able to speak on stage in front of 4000 people with my family there, it was very exciting.
Additional Information:
Having just retired last week from the fire department, I am looking to become more involved in our community rather than just playing a support role with the organizations I work with now.
Also Sterling lighting is our newest company, we design led lights, manufacturer them overseas and distribute them nationally from our offices in Sterling Va.
First Name:
Sarah
Last Name:
Gerstein
Title:
General Manager
Company or Organization:
Broadlands Association, Inc.
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
8/29/1980
Public Name:
SarahG
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
14 years
Work Experience:
Page 2 of Resume
•Manage portfolio of 12 developing and fully built out garden style condominium and town and single family homeowners associations
•Develop and oversee budgets, audits, monthly reports, and general financial management
•Provide guidance to developer and homeowner Boards of Directors and committees in governing Association; assist in transition from developer to homeowner control
•Maintain working knowledge of client governing documents as well as federal, state, and local laws pertaining to community associations
•Work with support teams in sub-contractor bid solicitation, selection, and supervision, insurance coverage, meeting document preparation, architectural review, and data upload to technology system
•Supervise common area facilities (pool, community center), association personnel
•Update website, prepare newsletters and other association communications
•Assist homeowners in resolving association-related issues
Portfolio Manager 2004-2006
Community Management Corporation; Fairfax, VA
•Manage portfolio of 13 developing multi phase communities
•Oversee bid process; solicit bids, present proposals, supervise contractual obligations, performance, and conformance
•Guide developer and homeowner Boards of Directors and committees in governing association; facilitate transition from developer to homeowner control
•Work with governing documents and federal, state, and local laws and governing bodies
•Devise Design Guidelines and regulate architectural compliance
On Site Property Manager 2001-2004
River Creek Homeowners Association (Pinnacle Development Corporation); Leesburg, VA
•Operate on-site office for association and management company
•Oversee 24/7 security personnel, procedures, and software
•Coordinate and maintain facilities, staff, and equipment for Yacht Club
•Maintain homeowner accounts, assess and collect in excess of $2M annually, synchronizing outstanding resident accounts with collections ...
Community Involvement:
Working as a property manager for my entire career, I have managed homeowners associations throughout the county, ranging from large communities like River Creek, Potomac Green, Loudoun Valley Estates, and Broadlands to upscale projects like Raspberry Falls, Estates at Cedar Crest, and Red Cedar Estates, had the diversity to work with rural groups in Lucketts, Lovettsville, and Round Hill, as well as smaller townhome and condominium communities throughout the area. I've been fortunate to have the opportunity to work closely with the homeowners and home builders in the area, as well as dealt with a variety of contractors and county officials as part of this work.
Being a horse owner, I sat on the Board of Directors of a local equestrian organization, Commonwealth Dressage and Combined Training Association (CDCTA) for 7 years, volunteering my time to improve and support the sport of eventing. I am also actively involved in my industry trade organization, having been an avid volunteer since 2004 and have sat on the Board of the Washington Metropolitan Chapter of Community Association Institute (WMCCAI) for the past four years. I am currently the Secretary of that Board and sit on four chapter committees.
Proudest Accomplishment:
I am one of the youngest property managers in the nation responsible for managing a large scale community such as Broadlands. Community Association Institute defines a large scale community as one that is a minimum of 1,000 units or 1,000 acres, having an on site, full time manager, and a minimum annual operating budget of two million dollars. I was recruited to the General Manager position of Broadlands three years ago, and am entrusted with overseeing 20 million in HOA assets, as well as upholding the property values for around two billion dollars in real estate. I have turned around the staff morale, improved and reinvented community events, reinvested in the forgotten grounds, and taken on deferred maintenance in the buildings and infrastructure in the community. The community pride has been rekindled since I have brought in decorating contests, community festivals, and engaging programs. I've worked to brand Broadlands and make it the best community in the county, promoting a healthy balance of work, education, recreation, and relaxation.
Additional Information:
I spent much of my youth in Loudoun participating in equestrian events and was excited to move to Leesburg in 2004 to live and work here. I've watched it grow in numbers and diversity, but hope it retains some of its historic country farm. I built a home in country in order to enjoy what country life has to offer. I enjoy the local wineries and farms, always trying to support the local businesses. Being able to live and work in such an affluent and educated part of the country, it's been my privilege to call this county home.
First Name:
Bradley
Last Name:
Clegg
Title:
Dr.
Company or Organization:
Clegg Chiropractic
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
9/12/1980
Public Name:
DrBrad
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Lived my whole life, and worked in Leesburg since 2009
Work Experience:
I graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2008 with a Doctorate of Chiropractic, and am nationally certified in chiropractic rehabilitation and physical therapy. While in school I worked at an outpatient clinic, and was able to get a great deal of experience. I then joined my father's practice in downtown Leesburg, which he started in 1978. It has been a fantastic opportunity to join with him in continuing to help all of the patients that come to see us.
Community Involvement:
I have been involved in the local Young Life organization since High School. When I moved back to the area after school, I became a volunteer leader for 5 years, and continue to be a contributor. I am an active board member of my HOA in downtown Leesburg, as well as a member of the Virginia Chiropractic Association(VCA). We contribute to the Salvation Army and Interfaith relief as well as our church, Cornerstone Chapel.
Proudest Accomplishment:
I feel a great deal of accomplishment when I am able to help people overcome their ailments each day. Being able to change someone's life for the better is the reason I got into Chiropractic, and I feel very fortunate that I can do this for a living. I grew up in Loudoun, and it feels great to be back here working with the community, and growing my own family in the county that I love.
First Name:
Caryn
Last Name:
Humphrey
Title:
Ms.
Company or Organization:
Middleburg Community Charter School
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
12/19/1975
Public Name:
caryncan4y
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
lived - 35, worked - 15
Work Experience:
See resume for work experience in regards to my real estate career, but to be more complete, please see the detials of my position with Middleburg Community Charter School for this past year (still selling real estate on the side...can't say no to my long time clients with whom I have worked for over the years!)...
MCCS Front Office – model the expectations of the MCCS Promise, manage enrollment and admissions, school tours, Report to the Principal
MCCS Reception & Marketing – give out tardy slips, manage and record attendance, ensure phone calls and relay messages, engage parents fielding questions and directing them to appropriate information, coordinate mass mailings, ensure office equipment is in working order and supplies are managed/purchased, coordinate school marketing activities, arrange student photo days, field trips and school wide events.
MCCS Director of Food Services – oversee and manage food service functions for the school, order food for PD events and special events, ensure the kitchen is maintained per Loudoun County Health Department’s require
MCCS Data Coordination – rosters, student data, manage student attendance reporting, troubleshoot operation and software problems, coordinate school marketing activities, coordinate registration and gather necessary documentation for enrollment
MCCS School Clinic Aid – manage and maintain the school health clinic, provide basic first aid as needed, keep current records and manage data as it pertains to student health, must be MAT, CPR & First Aid Trained
Community Involvement:
1) Cub Master - Pack 1737 (Middleburg & Aldie) 2014-15 (scouting for food, service projects, etc.)
2) Middleburg Community Charter School Management Team - Safety Committee Chair - 2014 to present (oversee the school safety guidelines and make sure that MCCS is in compliance with State of Virginia and LCPS safety rules and regulations, work alongside with Chief AJ Panebianco of Town of Middleburg Police Department to help plan and implement safety and security plans and procedures)
3) Middleburg Elementary School PTO - PTO Secretary from 2011 & PTO Vice President 2013-14
4) Cub Scout Assistant Den Leader - Pack 1737 - 2011 to present
Proudest Accomplishment:
My son, Max, would be my proudest accomplishment! I am a single mother of an amazing (and happy) 10 year old, rising 5th grade student at Middleburg Community Charter School. Following Max, would be my work at Middleburg Community Charter School. The effort to save a community school from closure was a daunting task that most would have considered unattainable to a small group of devoted parents and community members. I am very proud to work alongside some of the most influential people I have ever met in Loudoun County and in my life...the Board of Directors of Middleburg Community Charter School. This group saw something in me that they wanted to be the first impression of their school, the person in the front office, the one who handles the daily running of the school. I was asked to share the front office responsibilities and the school clinic with one of my best friends, Susan McGroddy. Having managed real estate deals for 15 years, I thought, how hard could it be to manage a school office, students and parents? Well, those were famous last words! The charter was approved in February of 2014 and on August 4, 2014, just 6 months later, we opened the doors as the first public charter school in Loudoun County! There was a lot of behind the scenes activity and hours of planning, hiring, admissions, and most of all learning of how to manage our ...
Additional Information:
Working for Middleburg Community Charter School is a passion, not just a job. It was a group of dedicated parents and community members that took an ideal school concept, wrote an application and then took it through the state of Virginia and then through the LCPS School Board to save the future of a small community centered school that is not only an amazing learning environment for our children, but it is a piece of our history. By our, I mean Loudoun County's history. In 2011, Middleburg Elementary School celebrated its Centennial - 100 years as a public school in Loudoun County! And, to close the school would have closed a chapter in our counties' rich history. In 2014, we opened the doors as Middleburg Community Charter School - the first public charter school in Loudoun County and only the 2nd public elementary charter school in the State of Virginia. To see our halls bustling with HAPPY children and see them thriving in a multi-age, project based learning environment, makes me smile every day - all day! Being in the front office, people often comment on how happy and cheerful I am every day, and it is because of our thriving piece of history and the students who make me truly enjoy my job. My smile comes from the inside! It is so deeply gratifying to see the charter in action and see it come together for our children...
First Name:
Patrick
Last Name:
Simpson
Title:
Mr.
Company or Organization:
NJVC
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
8/24/1981
Public Name:
psimpson
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
34 years (my entire life)
Work Experience:
Portfolio Manager; February 2013 to Present
• Responsible for managing a Portfolio which implements over 150 smaller, high-priority agile projects a year with a combined contract value of over $10 million.
• Served as a mentor and leader for Project Managers to further develop their knowledge and skills.
• Reviewed all project’s performance, schedule and financials and coordinate with the PMs when corrective action is required.
• Managed the fact-finding, analysis and development of hypothesis/conclusions, production of final reports and delivery of presentations.
Deputy Portfolio Manager; May 2011 to February 2013
• Responsible for overseeing the implementation through-out various phases of the project lifecycle for 53 projects with a combined contract value of $52 million.
• Served as a mentor and leader for Project Managers to further develop their knowledge and skills.
• Through continuous process improvement I have helped increase the PMs role in the ECP development process which has resulted in more accurate and executable proposals being submitted and negotiated.
• Reviewed all project’s performance, schedule and financials at least once a month and coordinate with the PMs when corrective action is required.
Channel Manager; November 2010 to May 2011
• Responsible for overseeing the coordination and completion of projects within the Mission Systems Transition (MST) Program.
• Oversaw all aspects of projects to include cost, schedule, scope and execution.
• Lead, directed and provided guidance to Project Managers.
Project Manager; March 2007 to November 2010
• Responsible for the project's cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Leaded the project team thru all phases ...
Community Involvement:
My contribution to the community is heavily influenced by my parents and my family legacy of charitable work throughout Loudoun County, including my grandmother who was honored as the Loudoun Times Mirror “Citizen of the Year” in 1988 for her service of over 5000 hours volunteering as a Pink Lady at Loudoun Hospital. Since a young age, my family has had an active role with the Boy Scouts of America, which taught me the importance of community as I advanced through ranks to earn my Eagle Scout award in 1995. My Mother has always been a strong member of her faith which has influenced me as a supporter/member of St. John the Apostle Catholic Church. I support numerous charities including the National Kidney Foundation, National MS Society, Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and Susan G. Komen in honor of family and friends through the community. I feel strongly about supporting small businesses in Loudoun County and I love supporting the abundance of locally owned startups with retail and restaurants throughout the County. My family and I also enjoy the abundance of festivals and family owned family friendly farms, vineyards and breweries.
Proudest Accomplishment:
I value family and have focused my time and energy accordingly. I have a beautiful wife, Linnea and two precious little girls, Tyla (4) and Kyndi (2). Having two happy and energetic girls 20 months apart keeps my life full of excitement. Seeing them happy and smiling brings an amazing sense of joy to me. In addition to my immediate family, I play a patriarchal role in my extended family. A couple years ago I had the opportunity to care for my father as he prepared to “go in the sky” as my 4 year old says. That experience was character building and really taught me the meaning of unconditional love. As the patriarch I have the opportunity/responsibility of maintaining the family property in Purcellville to keep the Simpson homestead of over 160 years in the family. We really enjoy spending time in Western Loudoun County, it’s just gorgeous and I am fortunate to be able to enjoy and be a part of both the Eastern and Western Loudoun County communities. I am in the process of remodeling the family house with my brother, Nicholas, from studs to painted walls. I also take advantage of being able to financially support my church and numerous charities.
Other accomplishments that I have under my belt are earning my Eagle Scout by overseeing the creation of 300 rosaries for the Marine recruits at Parris Island, SC., graduating from the best University in Virginia ...
Additional Information:
I was born and raised in Leesburg along with my 3 brothers but my family roots in Loudoun County date back at least 5 generations to the 1800’s. In 2003 after graduating from George Mason University with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Management I moved to Ashburn and have lived there since.
First Name:
Brandon
Last Name:
Labman
Title:
CEO/Co-Founder
Company or Organization:
ROCS Staffing
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
1/20/1984
Public Name:
BrandonL
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Lived in Loudoun for 3 years
Work Experience:
I cofounded ROCS in 2003 during my freshman year at George Mason University at the age of 19. ROCS is a staffing and recruitment services company that helps businesses throughout the Northern VA and Washington DC Metropolitan areas find the top college graduate talent.
We started ROCS with $400 and no outside funding and turned it into a company that has been named on the Inc.500's list of the fastest growing companies in the country three years in a row (2011, 2012, 2013).
Community Involvement:
We partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters each year for a ROCS Holiday Toy Donation Event. We also work with many Universities in the area and serve as guest speakers at a variety of campuses regarding youth entrepreneurship. I previously served on the Board of Directors for the Youth Business Initiative (YBI), an organization to help youth in foster care successfully transition to independence. I also previously served on the Board of Directors for Dulles SHRM as the Student Chapter Liaison & Scholarship Coordinator.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment is building a company with great people. We started ROCS out of our dorm rooms at GMU with only $400 and no clue what we were doing. A little over 10 years later and we have helped nearly a thousand recent grads find a job and start their career.
First Name:
Nicole
Last Name:
Acosta
Title:
Executive Director
Company or Organization:
Loudoun Abused Women's Shelter (LAWS)
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
3/1/1983
Public Name:
nicoleacos
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
10 years
Work Experience:
I began my career in domestic and sexual violence work at 21 years old when I was hired to work night shifts at the LAWS Shelter while going to graduate school to earn my Masters in Social Work. Once I graduated, LAWS hired me to run their Youth & Children’s Services program and for six years I provided counseling services and advocacy to children and families who had experienced domestic violence and sexual assault. The challenges of working with families in crisis every day taught me so much about resilience and perseverance, and I’m forever grateful for that experience. In May 2012, I was hired by the LAWS Board of Directors as the agency’s Executive Director at age 29. Being an Executive Director of a nonprofit organization has been a life changing experience that has pushed me to grow as a person and a professional in ways I never imagined. Every day I feel humbled and privileged to lead a strong organization with a mission that I care deeply about.
Community Involvement:
In my 10 years working for and leading a nonprofit organization in Loudoun, I’ve had many great opportunities to be involved in initiatives that strive to make Loudoun County a better place. I’ve had the opportunity to serve on the Loudoun Domestic Violence Steering Committee, the Loudoun Domestic and Sexual Violence Coordinating Council, the Loudoun Child Advocacy Center Advisory Board and Multidisciplinary Team, the Loudoun Human Services Network, the Loudoun Domestic Abuse Response Team’s Child Protection Subcommittee, and the Loudoun Best Practice Court Team, just to name a few. One thing I love about my job as LAWS Executive Director is the opportunity to meet so many members of the community who support our mission, and our community’s support is tremendous.
Proudest Accomplishment:
I have a lot to proud of—successfully running a great organization at 32 years old while also raising a family, or LAWS being recognized as Nonprofit of the Year by the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce in 2013. But honestly my proudest accomplishments are the moments when a survivor we helped sends us a message that they’re now doing well and they want to know how they can help someone else who is struggling, or child we helped stops by the office years later to say hi and to show us they’re now doing great. I’m really proud to lead an awesome team of talented and passionate staff and volunteers who believe that everybody in our community deserves to be safe.
First Name:
Eric
Last Name:
Pearson
Title:
President
Company or Organization:
Pearson Smith Realty
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
1/29/1985
Public Name:
EricP
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
30+ years - born and raised
Work Experience:
Included in resume which I will be emailing - could not upload with JPEG, sending via PDF
Community Involvement:
While I support several Loudoun County charitable organizations through sponsorship, etc. - I have dedicated the majority of my time and commitment to the Loudoun County Special Olympics. I have served as an At-Large member on their Council for the past 4 years and participate/organize events such as their Annual Golf Tournament, Casino Night and Layups for Loudoun. Pearson Smith Realty is Loudoun County Special Olympic's top financial supporter and it is an organization that I am very proud to be a part of with hopes to help continue to bring awareness for years to come.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Without hesitation, my son Royce (15 months) and my wife Janet Pearson (met at Stone Bridge High School).
Additional Information:
My entire family has lived in worked in Loudoun County going back as far as I can remember - where Broad Run High School sits today was at one time my Great Grandmother's farm :-) We're very proud to call Loudoun County our home and in January of 2015 my Uncle (born and raised in Loudoun) and I started Pearson Smith Realty with a vision to build the nation's largest real estate brokerage right in our back yard. Our office is located in Sterling, VA and we are currently finalizing a lease on a second office in Ashburn, VA. We've grown the company from 15 employees/agents in January of 2015 and are now already approaching 100. With core values of - Customer Focus and Commitment to Deliver Value, Respect for People, Teamwork, Honesty and Integrity, Personal Accountability, Continuous Improvement, A Will to Win and to Have Fun - we are confident that we're building a company Loudoun County will be proud of.
Thank you for this opportunity to apply for Leesburg Today's "40 Under 40" Award. It is truly an honor and appreciate your commitment to this great county I call home.
First Name:
David
Last Name:
Pearson
Title:
Vice President, Acquisitions and Development
Company or Organization:
B. F. Saul Company
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/13/1980
Public Name:
PearsonT
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
35 years
Work Experience:
D. TODD PEARSON, CPA
Mr. Pearson is the Vice President of Acquisitions and Development for the B. F. Saul Company and affiliates. The Saul organization owns and operates approximately 8 million square feet of retail space, 5.2 million square feet of office and mixed use space, and 19 hotels primarily in the DC metropolitan area. Todd's primary role is helping the organization grow through the identification, acquisition, and development of real estate assets. His responsibilities include: sourcing and negotiating real estate deals, valuing potential opportunities, completing acquisition due diligence, and managing the design, entitlement and development of our mixed use projects.
Prior to his role in Acquisitions and Development, Mr. Pearson served as Vice President and Director of Internal Audit reporting to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. He developed and implemented a comprehensive program of audit coverage for Saul Centers, Inc., the B. F. Saul Real Estate Investment Trust, the B. F. Saul Company, and its subsidiaries. He was responsible for identifying and evaluating exposure to risk within the Saul Organization. In addition, he led the compliance efforts with laws, regulations, and contracts, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. He was also tasked with testing controls to ensure reliability and effectiveness of financial information and testing the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.
Prior to joining the B. F. Saul Company in 2005, he worked in public accounting. Todd received his MBA from the University of Virginia, Darden School of Business and a Bachelor of ...
Community Involvement:
I serve on the Board of Trustees and as the Treasurer of the National Association of Real Estate Companies, am a Commissioner and member of the Executive Committee for the Loudoun County Economic Development Advisory Commission, co-chair Loudoun’s Nighttime Economy Ad Hoc Committee, and am an active member of NAIOP and Urban Land Institute.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Through the Economic Development Advisory Committee I have been able to serve on many committees and stay intimately involved with the County. Although my wife and I moved to DC a couple years ago Loudoun will always be home (my family has been there since the 1700's). Recently, I was successful in getting support from the Economic Development Committee of the Board of Supervisors to start a NIghttime Economy Ad Hoc Committee within the EDAC. The committee includes numerous business leaders, several government officials, the Chamber of Commerce, and community members. The committee is aimed at understanding the components of a nighttime economy and how Loudoun can cultivate a more vibrant environment in its activity centers. While there is a focus on the nighttime economy this is workforce development project. It will help Loudoun become more competitive at recruiting new businesses to locate in Loudoun and help retain the ones that exist there today.
First Name:
Bryant
Last Name:
Stone
Title:
President
Company or Organization:
Commonwealth Vault & Safe Deposit Co.
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
12/2/1980
Public Name:
bryant@com
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
6 Months (Business opened 12/1/14)
Work Experience:
March 2014 - Present
Commonwealth Vault & Safe Deposit Co. Ashburn, VA
Founder/President
- Successfully established the only active, vaulted storage business in the Eastern United States; Grand Opening date December 1, 2014; company specializes in private rentals for safe deposit boxes, lockers and mini-vaults.
- In December 2014: business was featured on NBC4 Washington, the Washington Business Journal, Leesburg Today and Loudoun Times-Mirror; recognized as an emerging, niche trend in the storage business industry.
- In the the first 4 months of operation, company achieved over 25% rental capacity for all available rentals offered on site at the company’s primary, maximum-security facilty in Ashburn, VA (Broadlands, VA market).
- 2014 “Best of Loudoun” Award Recipient from Leesburg Today, in the category of Safe Deposit Storage.
January 2013 – February 2014 US Bank, NA. Boulder, CO
Branch Manager/Banking Officer
- Managed a branch office location with approximately $120 million in total deposits and $33 million in retail loan outstandings and $9.5 million in small business and commercial loan outstandings; responsible for the acquisition of small business relationships thereby providing business consultation in the areas of Credit Solutions, Deposit Services, Risk Management, Employee Benefits and Personal Banking Solutions.
August 2008-December 2012 Branch Banking & Trust Co.
Falls Church, VA
Financial Center Leader IV/ Vice President
- Responsible for maintaining overall balanced financial performance of branch, with emphasis on retail and small business lending, deposit acquisition and non-interest income generation; responsible for sales management ...
Community Involvement:
I believe in strong community service and giving back. I am proud of the donations I've made since my company's founding, which this year includes donations made to the following organizations:
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of America
Avon 39 Walk to End Breast Cancer
Loudoun Interfaith Relief
The LAWS Foundation/Loudoun Child Advocacy Center
Loudoun Therapeutic Riding
In addition, I'm actively involved in the Rotary Club of Ashburn, and since joining the club last year, I was recently promoted to a Director position within the club. I've also become a member of both the club's Community Service committee and the Youth Service committee.
Here's a summary of my leadership positions held with Rotary:
- I’ve recently accepted the position of Youth Services Chairman for the club's next calendar year (beginning July 2015), and I've also accepted the role of Rotary Club Liaison to the Broad Run HS Interact Club beginning July 2015.
- I’ve been a member of the Community Service Committee since January, and I’ve recently accepted the position of Service Committee Chair for the Club's following calendar year, beginning July 2016.
Lastly, I’ve joined a missions group with McLean Presbyterian Church that plans bi-annual missionary trips to Cuba each year.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment was making the decision to move my family across the country to realize my dream of starting my own business, in a new and nearly untapped industry. My wife and I were living in Colorado a few years ago when I decided to exit from the banking industry and start a secure storage company. I recognized an opportunity in the Greater Washington, DC area to address a unique niche in the storage industry by opening a facility that specializes in safe deposit box storage for documents and valuables. Despite advances in technology, our society will continue to recognize the value in securely storing valuables, items, documents and personal possessions that cannot be copied or replaced. Based on community and market growth, and the successes I have seen in only the first six months of operation, Loudoun County has proven to be an excellent choice for my company's first location. I could not be happier with the decision I've made to take this risk and form my business.
Additional Information:
I am thrilled to be a Honoree! Thank you for considering my application.
First Name:
Chris
Last Name:
Merchant
Title:
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Company or Organization:
Middleburg Bank
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
8/14/1982
Public Name:
cjmerchant
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
7 Years
Work Experience:
For the last 7 years I’ve worked for Middleburg Bank’s wealth management group called Middleburg Investment Services. In 2013 after several years of study and training I obtained my CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification also known as the CFP® certification. This designation is the highest standard in personal financial planning, less than 20% of all practicing financial advisors are CFP® certified.
Community Involvement:
Among other civic activities that I participate in, for the last several years I have served as Chairperson of the Financial Advisory Committee for a Volunteer Rescue Squad in Loudoun County. This financial advisory committee serves at the discretion of the board of directors and advises them on all things financial. I also manage their investment portfolio on a pro bono basis. Their organization does critical lifesaving work in our community and I’m happy to have the opportunity to utilize my financial expertise to help further their mission.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Many of the clients I work with are literally in the process of seeing their most important life’s goals come to fruition in that moment. For some that means selling their business and receiving their long awaited payday; for others it is the day they retire; and for some it’s sending their child to college. Sometimes I take a step back and think about the magnitude of the moment my clients are experiencing and I’m honored to be a part of it. Being trusted by them to be a part of that process is certainly something that I’m very proud of.
Additional Information:
I’m married to my beautiful wife Heather an entrepreneur and small business owner.
First Name:
Alena
Last Name:
Wicker
Title:
Ms
Company or Organization:
Feed A Kid & Not Bossy Girls
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
11/19/2008
Public Name:
Alena
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
6 yrs lived worked 2
Work Experience:
Alena Analeigh is the Founder of Feed A Kid and Not Bossy Girls. Alena started Feed A Kid after playing with some kids in her community and she would notice while eating her snacks the other children did not have anything. She would give away her food. Later she started bringing extra lunch bags for the kids and it expanded to two state project of feeding kinds after school and during the summer.
Community Involvement:
Through Not Bossy Girls she teaches girls 6-10 how to stat their own businesses and become confident business owners at a young age and have sustainability. Alena is the owner of Posh Kids By Alena an international Shoe design company that grew to international status in less than one year as a shoe designer working in her bedroom at her home right in Leesburg.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Receiving the Leesburg Business Award for Community Service because it allowed me the chance to say to other kids you too can live your dream and make a difference in your community
First Name:
Patrick
Last Name:
Manocchio
Title:
Mr.
Company or Organization:
JP Events & Consulting
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
7/7/1988
Public Name:
pmanocchio
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
19 Years
Work Experience:
Experience
Event Coordinator
JP Events & Consulting, Leesburg, VA, August 2014 – Current
• Responsible for exhibitor and sponsorship sales and event support before, during, and after an event. Assists team in the planning, coordination, and execution of public, corporate, and private events. Responsible for developing and managing marketing content.
Junior Technician Specialist
TELOS Corporation, Ashburn, VA, November – December 2010
• Processed daily shipments of telecommunications materiel to U.S. military forces. Orders needed to be prepared error-free and within 24 hours of receiving shipping requests.
Customer Service Representative
Target Corporation, Leesburg, VA, 2005 – 2008
• Customer Service representative; sales floor team member; and cashier. Responsible for interacting with customers to provide information in response to inquiries about products, to handle and resolve complaints, and to process customer purchases.
Community Involvement:
Volunteer
St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, Leesburg, VA, Summer 2003 and 2004
• Volunteered at youth service work camp in North Carolina and Pennsylvania where I assisted other team members in making home improvements for local residents.
Vice President (Member since Fall 2012)
History Club, Wheeling Jesuit University, Fall 2013-Present
• Assisted in organizing and leading fundraising for European Travel Program in which we raised over $2000.
• Lead members in creating display to raise awareness to historic buildings in downtown Wheeling.
• Volunteered in collecting donations to assist the needy, as well as participated and organized presentations on world travel to the elderly.
Member since Fall 2013
Computer Club, Wheeling Jesuit University, Fall 2013-Present
• Joined in group effort to clean up a nearby creek by removing refuse
• Partook in programming and hardware, training and demonstrations by members of the Computer Science Department
Proudest Accomplishment:
I was elected as Vice President for the History Club of the University I attended and graduated from. I was quite proud of this as it meant that my peers and professors in the History Department recognized my skills and abilities to lead and organize our members. During my time as Vice President we were able to set record numbers of participation for activities among the student body, and in the amount of funds we raised.
First Name:
Daphne
Last Name:
McQuarter
Title:
Dr.
Company or Organization:
I Am Her Voice & The Global Woman
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
3/13/1977
Public Name:
DrDaphne
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
6 yrs
Work Experience:
With over 16 years as an advocate for Women's Rights, Global Diversity of Women and an advocate for Human Sex Trafficking within this past year along my branding has expanded to 1. reach women on a greater level with the Global Woman Conference In January 2015 we brought women from around the globe to Loudoun County , Senators, Community Leaders, Philanthropist, Entrepreneurs and financial experts for an all day discussion and action plan to increase Global Diversity of Women in the workforce and corporate America. we offered interns to students in Loudoun County to partner with major organizations as well as assisting them to start their own companies and guiding them on becoming top women entrepreneurs.
We also held the National Human Sex Trafficking Conference which brought in over 700 people gathered to learn about an epidemic in our own back yards and create ways to combat the issue. From a business ( I Am Her Voice) in Loudoun creating such a visible presence
Community Involvement:
Through I Am Her voice we are actively involved in the community advocating for the rights of the girls who have been trafficked or sexually assaulted on college campuses. We are committed to keeping Loudoun Safe,
We created a Global Hashtag #BringBackOurGirls which has been re tweeted to date over 4 million times from President Obama, Michelle Obama to celebrities. The hashtag was created to not only bring awareness of a Glpbal Issue but local issues on human Sex Trafficking
Through the Global Woman we work with women free of charge in the community hosting claases and workshops for women entrepreneurs and women in corporate America taking them first on a journey of self discovery them working with them working with them in connecting them with the best experts in their field to create solid business structure for their businesses
Proudest Accomplishment:
Wow! I have a few proud accomplishments. The first, because before I am anything I am a mother before anything. I was proud to watch my six year old receive the Lessburg Business Award for Community Service for her organization Feed A Kid & Not bossy Girls feeding children in Leesburg and Loudoun County.
After that;
Receiving proclamations from 10 states Declaring January National Human Sex Trafficking Awareness Month and Having president Obama sign the National Proclamation Presidential Proclamation -- National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, 2015. Another proud moment was awarding a survivor a full college scholarship at the National Human Sex Trafficking Conference. Lastly being instrumental in exposing undercover trafficking rings in Loudoun County.
First Name:
Abel
Last Name:
Christopher
Title:
Senior Business Development Manager
Company or Organization:
Modern Mechanical
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
12/7/1986
Public Name:
Abel
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
4 years
Work Experience:
The mechanical contracting industry has been my career of choice for more than 10 years. I started working in the summers for my family’s business when I was only 15. As soon as I graduated from high school, I began working full time. I progressed from “helper” to installation foreman, where we did new construction, duct work, ventilation and HVAC system installations. As a foreman I eventually managed up to six men a day.
In 2011, I moved to Northern VA with my wife. My first interview upon arriving in this market was with Modern Mechanical, just as the company was being formed in the owner’s garage. I was hired as an installer and within weeks proved myself and quickly became a crew leader. After less than two years, I transitioned from a field worker to an install management position. While in this position I organized jobs, managed multiple installation crews, created company installation procedures, truck stock lists and tracking systems, was responsible for ordering materials and equipment, scheduled all service and installation with customers, and created new employee welcome packages.
In November of 2014 I was promoted to Senior Business Development Manager. With this new position I am responsible for the company’s networking, public events, all new business development, residential and commercial sales.
I could not be more proud of the success I have experienced in such a short time. I feel so proud to be associated with Modern Mechanical and to have risen to the ...
Community Involvement:
My charitable involvement has included organizations such as Free the Girls, Habitat for Humanity, Northern VA Diaper Banks, Freezin’ for a Reason (Camp Sunshine), and Adopt a Highway.
? Supported Ashburn Rotary Club’s Free the Girls event for 2014-2015.
? While volunteering with Habitat for Humanity I helped build 4 homes for the under privileged in Virginia.
? At the Northern Virginia Diaper Bank I volunteered to drop off and pick up all diapers collected for the diaper drive. In that short time, we collected well over 1,000 diapers for the diaper banks in the Loudoun region.
? I captained a team to jump in a lake in the middle of winter and was able to raise over $1,000 for the Reston Annual Freezin’ for a Reason event. The money raised goes to Camp Sunshine, a retreat for children with life threatening illnesses and their families.
? I am the Project Manager for Modern Mechanical’s Adopt a Highway routes in Ashburn and have been responsible for the company’s involvement with this program for the past 2 years.
? I am the proud manager of Modern Mechanical’s participation in Loudoun Earth Day
? I created and established Modern Mechanical’s metal recycling program which helped lead to our Platinum Certified Green Business status in the County.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment is the fact that I was able to start at the very bottom in the Heating and Air Conditioning Industry as a young man and rise to the title I hold today of Senior Business Development Manager. It feels really good to know that my involvement from the earliest days of our formation has helped us to grow to the ranks we hold today of Small Business of the Year in Loudoun County. I am proud of my position and excited about what the future holds for me with my amazing team at Modern Mechanical. As a leader in the Senior Management of Modern Mechanical, I am proud to be able to help steer the company forward with a strong focus on excellent customer service and above average community involvement.
Additional Information:
I am an Active member of both the Loudoun County and Reston Chamber of Commerce and volunteer for many events as part of the Modern Mechanical team throughout the year.
Attend Reston a Loudoun Lead share groups
In 2011, I moved to Northern Virginia with my wife Callee with the goal of starting new careers in this thriving and growing County. As Young Professionals in Northern Virginia, the move has proven to be amazing for us both. Living in Northing Virginia over the past several years has proven to be the best move possible. I have been an integral team member at Modern Mechanical and am so very proud to have helped us to be the award winning company we are today. We are looking forward to buying a home in Purcellville and expanding our family in the very near future.
In my free time, I enjoy any chance I can find to relive my childhood passions of deep-sea fishing, snowboarding, football, and hiking.
First Name:
Shane
Last Name:
Costa
Title:
Owner/Dentist
Company or Organization:
Costa Family and Cosmetic Dentistry/ Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
12/2/1976
Public Name:
srcosta
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Lived 4 years & business owner for 2 years
Work Experience:
- Bishop O'Connell High School (Arlington, VA) 1992-1995
- University of Richmond Virginia 1995-1999
- Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry 1999-2004
- Baylor College of Dentistry Advanced Residency 2004-2005
- Associate Dentist, Reston, VA 2005-2007
- Owner - Costa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry (Great Falls, VA) 2007-Present
- Owner - Costa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry & Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry (Brambleton, VA 2013 - Present)
Community Involvement:
Proud Sponsors and community involvement:
• Sprout Therapeutic riding and Education Center
• Mobile Hope of Loudoun
• Brambleton Kids Triathalon – Special Olympics
• Brambleton Ribbon Run
• Harlem Wizards
• Willowford Waves
• Loudoun South Baseball
• DC Diaper Bank
• St.Davids Episocal preschool
• Rock Ridge South High
• Briar Woods Row team
• Apex gymnastics
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment came a few years ago when I opened my second practice in Brambleton. My wife and I, and our two kids (and two dogs and a cat) had just moved to Brambleton from Reston, VA. Our family was growing and our first dental practice in Great Falls, VA was doing great. We made the decision to not only move to Loudoun County but to start a pediatric dentist practice here as well. The accomplishment was not just about having two successful practices, growing my staff, or hearing praise from our patients that we make going to the dentist fun, it was so much more than that. At the same time that practice opened, my wife Virginia and I had our third child. It was during that time of adjustment (career and family) that I learned the crucial lesson of striking a strong, committed, work-life balance. A lot of times with your career, you are your work-self during the day, your focus shifts more to family when you are at home. But we’d opened a practice in the community where we live and days were not just about being a dentist anymore. Our neighbors became patients, my kid’s friends came to the practice, and even kids I coach in little league started coming in. There is something incredible that happens when you work and live in the same community, you get to be ‘you’ all day long. Patients come in and ask ...
First Name:
Russell
Last Name:
Bolden
Title:
MPO Master Police Officer
Company or Organization:
Leesburg Police Department
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
8/13/1974
Public Name:
Biggs304
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
10 years
Work Experience:
see attached - resume
Community Involvement:
See resume.
Proudest Accomplishment:
I am most proud of being resilient to get out of the inner city (East side) Buffalo. I was raised surrounded by gang members and in the drug infested inner city. I was raised by a single Mom who raised me to be stronger in my goals to change the trajectory of my life. I have always given back to youth, not forgetting where I came from and the struggles I had. I mentor youth daily. Proudly, I changed the trajectory of my cousin's life by bringing him to Northern VA, mentoring him and he now is a Division 1 Student Athlete at JMU.
Additional Information:
I may be a law enforcement officer but my goal is to make Loudoun a better place through my community involvement. I build relationships between students and families that make our schools and community stronger. Students often seek me out when they need to talk to an adult when they feel they cannot talk to anyone else. Teaching GREAT, DUI classes, running the Jr. Police Camp, coaching football, participating "shop with the cops", and being a mentor for students makes Leesburg and Loudoun a better place. I would like to continue with more community involvement in the future.
First Name:
Benjamin
Last Name:
Saul
Title:
Vice President of Commercial Banking
Company or Organization:
Xenith Bank
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
4/20/1985
Public Name:
bsaul
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
5 years
Work Experience:
Experience
Xenith Bank
Commercial Banking Relationship Manager, VP (April 2015-Present)
• Specialize in government contracting, software, and biotechnology businesses with annual sales of 10MM-200MM
• Oversee credit process for all loan exposures over 3.5MM
SunTrust Bank
Commercial Banking Relationship Manager, VP (March 2014-March 2015)
• Work with corporate clients with annual sales of 10MM-200MM
• Oversee credit process for all loan exposures over 3.5MM
• Manage Portfolio of 29 MM in Loans, and 16MM in Deposits
• Brought in 14MM in Loans since March consisting of two M&A’s, two Partner buyouts, three commercial Mortgages, and two LOC’s
SunTrust Bank
Business Banker Relationship Manager, Vice President (June 2011-March 2014)
• Ranked 15th out of 288 Business Bankers in all of SunTrust footprint in 2013
• Consistently exceed sales goals by earning 1st place on northern VA’s commercial banking team with regards to the leaderboard in 2011, 2012, and 2013; being in top 7% of the entire company’s footprint; Achieving 343% of Loan production in 2013 giving rise to being ranked the 7th lender out of 288 business bankers for all of SunTrust’s footprint.
• Achieved 170% of overal NBR goal in 2013.
• Manage profitable loan and deposit portfolio of businesses with annual sales of $1 - $15 million through the development and retention of long term, profitable client relationships
• Oversee credit process for all loan exposure between $100K and $3.5 million.
RBC Bank (USA)
Branch Manager ( 2010 - 2011)
• Attracted over 30 new corporate clients in one year (well above the bank average of ...
Community Involvement:
As a Business and Commercial Banker, I used my expertise in banking to help teenagers in Loudoun County and Leesburg High Schools achieve financial literacy through a program called "Reality Store". I met one on one with students whose financial knowledge spanned a very wide spectrum. Through this amazing program, I spoke at length with students about basic concepts such as how to create and stay within a budget, to more complex topics like the importance of building a strong credit background early on so that they are equipped with buying power. Fiduciary responsibility has always been extremely important to me and my community service has allowed me to share this knowledge with others. With more and more young adults starting out their careers with extensive student debt and limited financial knowledge, it is my hope that programs like the “Reality Store” expand to other high schools across the country. Another way I acted in a leadership role and contributed to the community was as a member and Secretary of the Rotary Club of Leesburg for 3 years. This prestigious club, which is very near and dear to my heart, afforded me the opportunity to collaborate with very accomplished individuals in different lines of work. From preparing food for the homeless with a retired four star General in the Army to raising thousands of dollars for a women’s shelter for victims of domestic violence and abuse, my connection to the Leesburg community ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment was working full time while going to school full time so that I didn’t have any student loans. I earned a competitive scholarship from the first bank I worked at which went towards part of my tuition. Between working approximately 50 hours per week and then studying and going to classes in the evenings, I was able to finish college in 4.5 years and debt-free. It was challenging to balance work, school, and my personal life, but I wouldn’t change it for the world. Through dedication, hard work, and perseverance, I have gone from a teller, to a Branch Manager of a retail bank, to now a Vice President of Commercial Banking. Working diligently in the banking industry since I was 16 years old, I have been blessed to build a strong network of professionals in the industry who have mentored me and who I have mentored to grow in their careers. Another accomplishment for which I am very proud of is moving to Loudoun County from South Florida five years ago and uprooting my life and network and starting anew. In a short amount of time, I have built an incredible extended and local network which has helped me not only at work, but also in adjusting to the area. My aspirations are to continue to add new skills to my toolkit and to be known as a trusted banking professional in the Northern Virginia and DC area. ...
Additional Information:
I nominated my wife, Lindsey Saul, Ph.D., last year (2014) and she nominated me. They selected my wife (excellent decision!) and told me at the ceremony commended me on my application. Some members from the selection team encouraged me to apply again this year. So here I am applying again as recommended. I would consider it the biggest honor if selected for this award and would continue to share my love of Leesburg with others. Thank you for your consideration.
First Name:
LeAnne
Last Name:
Grammo
Title:
Director of Operations
Company or Organization:
Select Construction Company, Inc
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
8/5/1982
Public Name:
lgrammo@se
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
12 years
Work Experience:
LEANNE M. GRAMMO
Tel: 703-474-6333
e-mail: leanne_abrams@yahoo.com
Work Experience
Director of Operations
Select Construction Company, Inc
Ashburn, VA July 2008 - Present
• Manage all day to day operations for the corporation
• Responsible for development of company’s 401k plan.
• Administer benefit programs such as life, health, dental and disability insurances, pension plans,
vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance.
• Responsible for all aspects of recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training new employees.
• Developed and manage yearly employee performance review program.
• Manage and process company payroll and oversee salary administration program to ensure compliance
and equality within organization.
• Ensure employee compliance and understanding with all company policies, procedures, and programs.
• Work with upper management in appropriate resolution of employee relation issues.
• Maintain personnel records.
• Handle accident claims and work with insurance carriers to resolve.
• Prepare employee separation notices, and conducts exit interviews
• Manage accounts receivables.
• Prepare and invoice customers. Manage collections of overdue invoices.
• Manage all company vendors and contracts to ensure proper equipment, software, maintenance, and
support are provided.
• Direct supervisor for office staff and interns
• Draft, review and submit proposals.
• Create ad hoc reports.
Operations
Thomasville Furniture Co.
Falls Church, VA
August 2007 – July 2008
• Assisted management in the recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training of new employees.
• Maintain personnel records.
• Responsible for inventory management.
• Managed internal/external database.
• Handled collections calls to customers with overdue balances.
• Trained and managed sales staff ...
Community Involvement:
I am very involved in breast cancer charity organizations as not only a donor but also in helping to raise awareness. My mother was a 10 year breast cancer survivor until last year when her breast cancer metastasized into her brain. I am happy to report she is doing great. My cousin at 19 years old lost her battle with leukemia, and my Great Aunt is a survivor of pancreatic cancer, where only 6% survival rate, so I am always looking for ways to help with cancer foundations. I also volunteer my time to other charities and local organizations.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest professional accomplishment has been what I am currently accomplishing in my role at Select Construction. With my help over the last seven years our company has seen revenue triple and our market expand through out the DMV. Having a business in the building industry during the recession was not easy but we managed to thrive. Thinking outside the box lead us to be able to not have to lay off any employees during the recession.
Additional Information:
I moved to Loudoun County in 2003. I am happily married to my husband of 8 years and we have to two sons together. In my spare time I enjoy taking yoga classes to me get out of the hustle and bustle and back to me, and seeing classic cars, a love I developed my grandfather before he passed away. My favorite past time would be spending time with my family going to sporting events and amusement parks.
First Name:
Ranna
Last Name:
Golden
Title:
Payroll Sales Consultant
Company or Organization:
Paychex
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
8/9/1991
Public Name:
Ranna
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
14 years
Work Experience:
Ranna Golden
571-319-6743 | RGolden@Paychex.com
EDUCATION
James Madison University, May 2013 Honors Program, 3.7 GPA
WORK EXPERIENCE
Payroll Sales Consultant at Paychex May 2013 - Present
? Consult with small to mid-size businesses on their payroll and benefits solution.
? Serve as an ambassador for the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce to welcome new members and assess their goals.
Dell Marketing Intern at Mosaic Sales Solutions May 2011- April 2013
? Promoted to Social Media Intern. Analyze metrics for individual performance tracking and recognition.
? Increase Dell sales by independently coordinating and executing Dell promotional events.
? Utilize a Customer Facing Application (CFA) web portal to conduct marketing research.
? National Awards Earned: #1 in National Sales; #1 in National Social Media. ? “Representative of the Month”, May 2011, October 2011, and April 2012.
Content Writer and Blogger at Approved Colleges November 2012-April 2013
? Research, pull data, and write articles that go live on a website that generates leads for colleges.
? Utilize tools within Google AdWords for the website's SEO efforts. ? Create blogs about technology and trends relating to student life.
Microsoft Brand Ambassador at Campus Entertainment August 2012-April 2013
? Conduct marketing research after demonstrating Windows 8 Features and Microsoft products to students.
? Strategize marketing events geared toward shifting student preference to Microsoft Products.
Conducted 1,859 demos during a 12-week period; top 1% in a program ...
Community Involvement:
I volunteered at the Good Shepherd Alliance in Ashburn for several years through my work at Hope's Treasures. Hope's Treasures is a huge source of revenue for the Good Shepherd Alliance, Inc. which provides emergency shelter for the homeless in Loudoun County. In addition, the store provides clothing and household items to homeless and needy individuals and families through voucher programs. Hope's Treasures has partnered with the local Red Cross and helped students in need from local schools through donation programs. Furthermore, I love helping people make meaningful and life-changing connections. I met a friendly lady at Brambleton Sport & Health in April and after speaking with her, I found that she was unemployed for the past few years. She had decades of experience in the banking and mortgage industry, so I helped connect her with the President of my LeadShare group who was successful in the industry. After several interviews, she told me that she landed the position and called me her "Fereshteh" which means Angel in Farsi, the Persian language.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment is buying my first house at age 23. Ever since my teenage years, I saved up earnings from babysitting, birthdays, holidays, and part-time jobs. While pursuing my education at James Madison University, I worked anywhere from 2 to 3 part-time positions in conjunction with taking a full course load to reach my goal of paying off student loans fully within 5 years of graduating and saving up to purchase a house.
Additional Information:
Back in 2009, I graduated from Stone Bridge High School with a passion for music, playing both guitar and French horn. In May 2013, I graduated from the College of Business at James Madison University Magna Cum Laude with a concentration in Marketing. While pursuing my education, I worked anywhere from 2 to 3 part-time positions while taking a full course load to reach my goal of paying off student loans fully within 5 years of graduating. I developed my own blog while in school and built connections with students, professors, and parents as a Microsoft Brand Ambassador. After promoting Windows 8 and selling Dell Computers, I knew that I would enjoy a career in sales while utilizing social media to make connections. Through my career as a Payroll Sales Consultant with Paychex, I have been highly involved in the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce. I love building relationships with the small business community through local networking and social media outreach. I serve on the Ambassador Committee in the chamber and also like to attend YP events. Since January, I earned "Ambassador of the Month" twice because I helped onboard many of my clients as chamber members. I got married at River Creek Country Club in September 2014 and used many Loudoun County vendors and clients to support my wedding needs. I also bought my first home in Brambleton and live with my husband and two pets.
First Name:
Hannah
Last Name:
Duffy
Title:
Volunteer Engagement Committee Chair, BOD
Company or Organization:
Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
12/31/1986
Public Name:
duffyhjmu@
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
13 years
Work Experience:
2012-Present: Executive Assistant/Office Administrator/Recruiting Coordinator at Nodal Exchange in Vienna, Virginia
-Administrative duties
-Coordinating with universities to attend fairs and recruit new hires
-Assist all executive staff with expenses and travel plans
-Accounting duties including reconciling expense reports
-Marketing and customer relationship projects
-Conducting internal audits of legal department's documentation
-Employee program management and event coordination
-Implementation and coordination of company sustainability and philanthropy efforts i.e. various recycling programs, community volunteer days etc.
-Human resource duties for new hire and current employees
-Assisted in coordination of moving office headquarters
2009-2012-Health Information Management Assistant at Kaiser Permanente in Reston, Virginia
-Handling all incoming and outgoing record transactions in compliance with HIPAA federal standards.
-Awards: 17 staff/patient Star Awards for service, and the 2011 HIMS Achievement Award, which was introduced in 2011 to be awarded to HIMS staff members who routinely go above and beyond in innovation, customer service, quality of work, dedication, and committee membership within Kaiser Permanente. I was awarded this commendation by a unanimous vote from HIMS management.
2008-2009-Care Giver at Home Instead Senior Care, Various locations in Fairfax County
2008-2009-Student Assistant at the Institute for Health & Human Services-James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA
-Data entry, filing, faxing, copying, phone operator responsibilities, word processing
-Directed and assisted clients with appointments
-Assisted directors in course design by creating flyers, boards, etc.
2006-2008-Sales Associate at Bass Shoes in Leesburg, VA
Community Involvement:
Whatever community I'm in, I serve through volunteering in whatever way I can. Below are my volunteer efforts.
Currently, I'm on the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy Annual Meeting Committee as a Co-chair, and will be working next month on the Risk Management Committee.
2014-Present-Volunteer Engagement Committee Chair, Board of Directors for Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy - which includes creating the infrastructure, policy, handbook, and opportunities for service to coincide with our incorporation as a non-profit
2014-Present-Volunteers for Change via Volunteer Fairfax-various efforts including pet adoption events and library management
2013-Became certified Virginia Master Naturalist to better serve my community via education and conservation
2012-2014-Natural Resource Specialist-Eleanor C. Lawrence Park in Chantilly, VA as info docent and bluebird population monitor
2013-Farmer's Market Gleaner for Cornerstones(Formerly Reston Interfaith)
2011,2012, 2014-Walk for Water Participant/Group organizer
2010-2012-Kaiser Permanente Community Service Board Chair-created and participated in opportunities for staff involvement in community service
2007-2008-Medical Records/Front Desk Admin-Harrisonburg Rockingham Free Clinic
2007-Nutrition Assistant at Bridgewater Retirement Community
2002-2005- Color Guard Captain for the Loudoun County High School Raider Marching Band
Proudest Accomplishment:
I'm not much for personal fanfare, and though I will parade others' accomplishments shamelessly without a second thought, I am humbled by such requests to detail my own "accomplishments." What I can find pride in, is witnessing others' work towards a better community. If I've helped facilitate that work by bringing about an opportunity for others to serve(and shine), that's when I'm happy with my efforts- more of, if we all win, I win, too, situation. One such successful opportunity took place in January 2015 when I ran and coordinated a volunteer showcase that was attended by almost 100 folks looking for a way to serve Loudoun's wildlife via Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. From that we've showcased the know-how of our community by making it accessible to others through our programs, talks, and workshops. It is an event that I will continue to host, at minimum, annually.
Additional Information:
Growing up in Leesburg, I received not only an education, but opportunities and encouragement to give back whatever I could whenever I could. This attitude stuck, and I have always tried to hold myself to maintain that higher standard. I realize that my actual paycheck-oriented work experience is, currently, nothing remarkable, but I believe one's full life is their testament to what they believe, their character, and their vision for the world. James Madison University's echo of Gandhi's advice to "be the change you wish to see in the world" continues to inspire me, and I intend to take what I've learned from both my full-time work as well as my volunteer experience and apply it to serve my community as a facilitator of volunteers looking to contribute to their vision of a better community.
Thank you for your consideration.
First Name:
Natalie
Last Name:
Perkins
Title:
Owner
Company or Organization:
Bella Ballerina
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
9/25/1982
Public Name:
natalie@be
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
8 years
Work Experience:
I've worked in a variety of fields including event management, salon & spa management, dental office management, and now own my own business. My work in my current position focuses on the business and marketing aspect of what we do and not on teaching. I feel it's important to focus on what you're strong at and hire employees who are better than you at other activities. I haven't had a resume in years because I am determined to work for myself forever - something I always aspired to do after seeing my dad be an entrepreneur. I've taken valuable learning experiences from all of my previous positions regarding day to day tasks, managing people and customers, as well as learning what kind of employer I want to be. Good or bad, everything is work experience - even if it doesn't come from your own industry; it's all how you apply it! Up next, we're taking our business to the next level by licensing and franchising. It's always a learning experience and will definitely grow our skill set. As always, we're ready for the challenge!
Community Involvement:
Bella Ballerina loves being a part of the communities that we are in. There is so much going on in Loudoun county and we are always asked to be a part of charity functions in both contribution and performance opportunities for our kids. Annually we donate over $10,000 in dance scholarships and awards through our studio and outside charitable organizations. We've also founded our own non-profit organization that has already given over $6,000 in scholarships and will now focus on helping local families in need who are struggling with cancer. We founded this in memory of one of our own teachers who lost her battle with cancer earlier this year. We saw what an amazing life she had and what amazing people she left behind and knew this is what we wanted to do from hereon out. Those families will receive funds to use as they see fit - because every struggle is different and everyone's needs are not the same. We want to support them in some small way and yet hope we can make an impact on lots of families.
Proudest Accomplishment:
I love when we can get our entire team together and everyone is working collaboratively and loving what they do. It shows in their everyday work but I love being a part of something that feels so different that what I experienced in the past. Building a company culture that is different from the norm is what we're looking to do - there are so many people that I talk to that absolutely love their job but hate the company they work for because they don't value their employees. We truly believe and empower our employees and hope that they feel ownership of their work in return. We're small and do what we can, but as we grow, it's always important to really see who's work got you there!
Additional Information:
It's an honor to be nominated for 40 under 40 again! I think its fantastic to highlight those who are ambitious and really all around great people in the community. So many of the nominees and winners in the past are truly selfless people that go above and beyond to make their lives, their families lives, and their communities a better place. It's truly a team effort too - my guess is everyone who has accomplished enough to make this list would give a lot of credit to those around them. We can't wait to see what's next for our business and the growth in the area, not to mention what we can do to give back!
First Name:
Matt
Last Name:
Plumer
Title:
National Director
Company or Organization:
Visalus
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/2/1978
Public Name:
MattPlumer
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
15 years
Work Experience:
Objective
Growth minded sales professional with a proven track record of developing business through prospecting and being a sales leader in competitive environments. Diverse background in leadership, account management, expansion, and relocation services and benefits selling B2B and B2C.
Experience
ViSalus, National Director August 2012 - Present
• Referral based business in health and wellness industry
• Personally enrolled 400+ customers and business owners through personal network, referrals, and social media
• Organically generated $1M+ in gross sales
JK Moving Services, Sales Manager January 2009 – January 2012
• Expanded focus on relationship building, increasing revenue per customer and strategic growth
• Launched new business vertical with global insurance (State Farm) and international restoration companies (SERVPRO and ServiceMaster) ($1M annually)
• Customized and implemented brand new estimating software to comply with company culture
• 85% growth from 2008 to 2011 ($2.2M to $4.5M+)
JK Moving Services, Moving Consultant May 2003 – Present
• Responsible for selling relocation services to residential customers
• Annually exceeded aggressing sales targets of $1.1M+ (2004-2008)
• Consistently achieved and exceeded company benchmarks for self generated leads and closing ratios
• Created an “up-sell” program that changed a sales mindset of repeat and referral business
Assistant Golf Professional, Lowes Island Club May 2000 – May 2003
• Golf shop operations, teaching lessons, created junior golf programs, member services and relations, networking and building relationships, managed outside staff of 20+
Skills
• Goal Setting and Achieving Results
• Client Acquisition and Retention
• Networking and Lead Generation
• Leadership and Teamwork
• Presentation and Persuasion
Community Involvement:
• Ambassador - Loudoun Chamber of Commerce
• Leading Project 10 Kids initiative in DMV and Loudoun - http://visalus.com/project-10-kids
• Host free weekly Challenge Groups (http://visalus.com/challenge-groups) to help individuals and families get active and achieve their health, fitness, and weight loss goals
Proudest Accomplishment:
In the last 3 years, I have been able to transform my entire life and lifestyle using The Project 10 Challenge platform and business model...
• Physically: Lost 110 lbs and build 25 lbs of muscle
• Mentally: Overcame addictions of alcohol, gambling, and smoking
• Financially: Eliminated over $165K in debt
Additional Information:
The past 3 years has been about me and my transformation....For the next 20-30 years, it is about creating new stories, and introducing other individuals, families, and companies to an environment that will allow them to impact their lives forever. Being named Loudoun's Top 40 Under 40 would be an incredible honor - it will also allow me to work with not only the entire Loudoun community, but also those of GenY/Millennium & GenZ/Boomlets - creating transformations, entrepreneurs, and leaders of Loudoun County, DMV, and eventually the world.
First Name:
Patrick
Last Name:
Larkin III
Title:
First Vice President Financial Officer
Company or Organization:
Wells Fargo Advisors
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
9/20/1975
Public Name:
plarkin
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Since Septemeber 2002
Work Experience:
I am a partner in a Wealth Management Practice that manages close to $400 Million in clients assets. We are one of the largest Wealth Management practices in the county. I help my clients realize their financial goals by leading them through the financial planning process. I am a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER and CERTIFIED INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT ANALYST.
Community Involvement:
I am a member of the Lessburg Daybreak Rotary, where I have held the position as Treasurer and Board Member.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Being Dad to Paige and Sean. Being married to my girlfriend Angie.
First Name:
Kimberly
Last Name:
Dempsey
Title:
Teacher
Company or Organization:
Loudoun County Public Schools
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/27/1981
Public Name:
Kdempsey
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
7 Years
Work Experience:
EXPERIENCE
Teacher, Liberty Elementary School, South Riding, VA, 2008-Present
• Experience teaching First and Second grade
• Team leader
• Pioneered a STEM initiative at Liberty Elementary School
• Developed several workshops for teachers on integrating STEM into the elementary school curriculum
• Taught and co-taught in inclusive classrooms
• Developed a school-based STEM mentor program
• Used an inquiry-based approach with an emphasis on scientific process
• Consistently met and exceeded student achievement goals
Director, Camp Invention, Liberty Elementary School, South Riding, VA, 2013
• Summer camp director for children ages 5-12
• Organized and communicated a camp for 100 1st-6th grade students
• Point of contact for parents, students, staff and counselors
Teacher, E. Wilson Morrison Elementary School, Front Royal, VA, 2004-2008
• Experience teaching Kindergarten and First Grade
• Initiated Report Card committee
• Developed skill-based continuum as a communication tool for parents
• Incorporated technologies and hands-on learning in primary classrooms
Community Involvement:
- Pioneered a STEM initiative at Liberty Elementary School
- Implemented STEMmerday- a community-wide event to promote STEM to elementary students; helped to run the event since its inception in 2011
- Administrator for the after-school SOL Blitz Club, 2014
- Chair of Liberty Elementary’s STEM Committee, 2012-Present
- Member of Liberty Elementary's Instructional Leadership Team member 2009-Present
- Loudoun County Public School Mentor, 2011-2012
- Member of the Grading and Steering Committee for LCPS
- Instructor for LCPS National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Candidate Support, Pioneering a Blended/Flipped model for LCPS NBPTS Candidate Support 2011-Present
- Held a focus group to reevaluate the school vision
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment as a LCPS teacher is in helping to initiate the STEM program at Liberty Elementary School in South Riding. Liberty Elementary is known as a "STEM School' in the area. Along with many other amazing educators, I have worked with teachers to change their approach to education. Together, we have moved from a test-driven, one-size-fits-all curriculum towards the inquiry-based and problem-solving model that best meets the needs of our students. It has been an honor to help my colleagues grow and develop instructional strategies that make such a strong impact on our students. The efficacy of this STEM program is evident in the way that our students are able to solve unique problems using complex thinking, while still developing the foundational skills necessary for academic success. The STEM program continues to evolve, as our team is implementing Project-Based-Learning (PBL) and One-To-The-World projects that align with the vision of LCPS. The skills that our students are learning are better preparing them for life beyond the classroom. I have been working with other schools to help them build their own STEM and PBL initiatives as well.
Additional Information:
Additionally, I have worked with some of these teachers pursuing National Board Certification as a Candidate Support Provider. I received amazing support from LCPS CSPs when I went through my own candidacy in 2009-2010. I immediately knew I wanted to pay it forward. In the summer of 2011, I went through the additional training necessary to become certified as a CSP. Intense mentorship and guidance has helped me to lead numerous educators towards this prestigious recognition on a national level. The teaching model put forth by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) has helped me and countless other teachers increase the impact on student learning. Helping other teachers improve their own teaching practices has made me realize the impact on learning I can make when I support classroom teachers.
I love working with children, but I know that I can improve their experience by working with their teachers. Whether through NBPTS candidate support, teacher mentorship, chairing the STEM committee, holding workshops, or serving as a team leader, I know I have helped to raise the bar.
First Name:
Jeff
Last Name:
Strahan
Title:
Principal
Company or Organization:
Fitness Image Results
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
7/15/1975
Public Name:
Strahan
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
9 years
Work Experience:
My career began before I graduated college. I was a Nationally Certified Personal Training who trained clients as a means to launch my own business and finance myself through college. Upon graduation, I was training clients while placing into motion the launch of Fitness Image Results. In February 1999, Fitness Image Results was born. Never in my professional career was a resume needed. This submission of my "resume" for the Leesburg Today's 40 Under 40 Contest, has been recently created solely to meet the required criteria.
Community Involvement:
* Catoctin Bible Church: Member of the Leadership Team
* Upper Loudoun Little League: Volunteer Coach`
* River's Edge Home Owner's Association: Vice President
* Various Charitable Groups: Event Emcee - Groups include: Step Sisters, Brambleton Communinty, BFIT
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment to date is reading the Bible from beginning to end, as my relationships with Christ is paramount.
Professionally speaking, a few of my greatest achievements include helping a client lose 100lbs and successfully training the Prince of a country and getting him to realize his fitness goal in 30 days. In addition, I have implemented, developed, and managed fitness programs, systems and procedures for gyms, hotels, local governments and communities, as well as managed, taught and developed many other personal trainers.
Additional Information:
* Please note: My date of birth does not meet your criteria by a matter of 16 days.
First Name:
Natalie
Last Name:
Twyman
Title:
Marketing Director
Company or Organization:
Heritage Hall Nursing and Rehab
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
11/9/1984
Public Name:
NTwyman
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
4.5 years
Work Experience:
Experience:
Heritage Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility Leesburg Feb 2011-present
Administrator-In-Training
• Work with administrator to plan, develop, and organize the facility’s Quality Assurance
• Work with the administrator to plan, modify, and maintain the facility’s HIPAA Compliance Program
• Work with the administrator on written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the facility
• Maintain a good public relations program that serves the best interest of the facility and community alike
• Assist in the facility’s personnel process when necessary
Marketing Director
• Coordinate and direct facility development and implementation of marketing plan
• Facilitate regularly scheduled Marketing Committee meetings
• Make sales calls to physicians, discharge planners and other healthcare professionals
• Develop facility advertising
• Coordinate and implement community service projects for the facility
• Organize and promote events that increase public awareness
• Monitor satisfaction levels of concern and provide recommendations
Admissions Director
• Manage inquiry process.
• Handle inquiry calls from hospitals, families, etc., and provide appointments that include a presentation, tour and closing.
• Maintain updated bed ability
• Makes sales calls outside the facility to hospital discharge planners and other community contacts.
• Compile and distribute admission papers.
Golden Living Center- Rose Hill, Berryville, VA June 2009-Feb 2011
Admissions Asst/Social Service Asst
• Review hospital referrals
• Prepare for new and readmissions to the facility
• Complete admission contracts with residents and families
• Bed management
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with referral sources
• Uphold Medicare guidelines
• Discharge planning
Education:
Community Involvement:
I currently am on the board of the Loudoun Senior Interest Network. We are an organization that provide aid to seniors in the community. We are all in various positions in healthcare, finance, real estate and law. Several programs that we are in involved with are food drives with Loudoun Interfaith Relief, organizing senior healthy summits, and we have also donated to the local VFW. The VFW allows for us to meet monthly in their lodge. I have also organized a first responders luncheon to show appreciation to our local firefighters, policemen and EMTs.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment thus far in life has been getting accepted into the nursing home administrator program by the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards. For almost two years I have been in the program and I will sit for the national exam in July. I have completed 1,502 training hours in the nursing home facility where I work which consists of spending time in various departments; dietary, human resources, nursing, social services, activities, business office, housekeeping and maintenance. I also took the certified nursing assistant class in order to gain an understanding of the floor staff who are the back bone of nursing homes. I have learned a great deal over the past two years and I feel that this program has challenged me to become fair and balanced. I am excited for the next step in my career and becoming a licensed nursing home administrator is an accomplishment that I can certainly be proud of because it involves caring for our greatest generation.
Additional Information:
Regardless if I win this nomination I would like to thank whoever thought to nominate me. This is an honor.
First Name:
Shannon
Last Name:
Pecora
Title:
Media Director
Company or Organization:
Stream Valley Veterinary Hospital
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
5/3/1981
Public Name:
capsfan81
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
25 years
Work Experience:
See JPEG resume
Community Involvement:
In my personal life, I've volunteered at my son's elementary school with PTO activities, classroom events, and field trips. My family participates in local charity race events, such at the Run Me Home 5K/10K benefiting Loudoun foster children. We've even adopted a dog from local rescue group, Friends of Homeless Animals!
Professionally, I spearhead many of my business's community outreach initiatives, including supply drives for the Loudoun County Animal Shelter and the Loudoun Interfaith Relief Pet Pantry, a fundraising event for the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, and dissemination of educational materials for safe interactions between kids and pets. I use the business's online presence (website, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google+, and more) to provide tips and information to improve the human-animal bond. I advocate for pet-family safety, pet-family fitness, and appropriate veterinary care. Pets are family members for a large swath of our community, and I hope to help make that relationship the best it can be for both the people and the companion animals.
I also use our online presence to bring pets and families together. I work with the Loudoun County Animal Shelter, Homeless Animals Rescue Team, and Friends of Homeless Animals to feature adoptable pets in search of their "fur-ever" homes. This, in fact, is how my family came to adopt our dog from Friends of Homeless Animals!
Proudest Accomplishment:
I am proudest of the semblance of "balance" I've been able to find as a working parent. My son is coming to the end of his kindergarten school year, and my daughter is just 3 years old. I've been able to volunteer at my son's school; keep up swim, basketball, taekwondo, and dance activities; and in general maintain the hectic family life while still developing my professional life. I've used my educational background and interest in English and communications to build a career that until recently did not even exist. I'm part of a new, vital role in the veterinary field, bridging the gap between medical science and quality of pet-family life via client relations and education. I've been afforded the opportunity to keep learning as well; I've recently completed a year-long certification program to become an Online Marketing Specialist.
A perfect balance is impossible to strike, but I am a professional and an involved mom, contributing to both my community and my family in so many ways. I believe this is one way to be a positive role model for my children, demonstrating personal development and fulfillment inside and outside the home. Showing my children that it's okay to be a busy, active, working parent who pursues several avenues toward happiness certainly makes me proud!
First Name:
Alexander
Last Name:
Beard
Title:
Center Assistant
Company or Organization:
Loudoun County Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
11/12/1989
Public Name:
AlexBeard
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
22 Years
Work Experience:
Please see resume attached as JPEG. If there are any issues please do not hesitate to contact me.
Community Involvement:
Loudoun County is the community I have been proud to call home for most of my life. I have a track record of community service beginning in Elementary school, which has continued today. I have spent holidays at assisted living communities singing songs, participated and organized roadside cleanups, and have even designed and built a trophy case for the choir department at my alma matter, Potomac Falls High School. I enjoy spending my free time advancing our community through sweat equity, and I’m always excited to discover what my next project will be.
As a current employee of Loudoun County Parks, Recreation, and Community Services (PRCS) community involvement has become my life. I eat, breathe, and sleep community. Working at the Sterling Community Center I have developed a number of programs that cater to community members of all ages. I have a strong affinity for developing youth programs that are not only fun, but also educational. I believe in educating tomorrow’s youth through well rounded programming that fuse both sciences and the arts. I believe in order to develop a future cohort of creative problem solvers, we as a community must invest in art, culture, humanities, as well as STEM.
Since being employed with Loudoun County PRCS, I have used my improvisational theatre background to develop an improvisational theatre training program through joint partnership between Loudoun County PRCS and Loudon County Public Schools. This self-sustained program allows for the kids involved to learn advanced ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment is much like my view of great theatre. It’s ephemeral, it’s fleeting. Mostly because they are not my accomplishments, but are the accomplishments of my students. At a young professional age I have been a founding member of an improv ensemble created to teach leadership development and social skills to youth in the New River Valley. Through arts education work-shopping, I taught a group of freshmen high school students, who were on the chopping block of being removed from public school due to aging out. I promoted the idea that education can be a fun and a worthwhile commitment, and the program saw great success. I’ve developed educational programs for the youth of Loudoun County, and been an advocate for diversity and inclusion programming. I’ve created and implemented a self-sustainable improvisational theatre education program in joint partnership with Loudoun County Public Schools and Loudoun County PRCS. I’ve directed one of the elite few high school improvisational theatre ensembles to perform at the Del Close Marathon, a highly selective improv festival, at Amy Poehler’s Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in New York City. These same students have been selected to perform again this June, 2015.
Ultimately I feel most accomplished by the proven pragmatism of my craft, which is often thought to be something people do on stage solely for laughs. Yet time and time again, this assertion that improv is a lesser art form, or a simple hobby has been proven wrong. Improvisational theatre can be ...
Additional Information:
In the summer of 2012 I was bit by a deer tick, which I was fortunate to find still attached to my arm. I was treated prophylactically, but began suffering from swollen arthritic knees, fatigue, muscle twitching, and musculoskeletal pain nine months later. Having gone through a second round of treatment, I still suffer from some of these symptoms, but have been luckier than many who are battling this illness. At only 25 I have learned to endure daily pain and discomfort, and have had limitations placed on my abilities which I previously did not consider. This illness has helped me to become a more empathic and attentive individual.
One of the most rewarding elements of my position with Loudoun County PRCS is promoting Lyme awareness and prevention, which truly is the best way to combat Lyme disease. I hold a weekly “Tick Talk” during summer camp, teaching all of the kids who visit the center what ticks to look out for, what Lyme disease is, and areas where ticks are common.
Due to my experience, I feel a personal responsibility to be an advocate and voice for those who have Lyme and other “invisible illnesses.” I am for the people, whether it is to make them smile or laugh when I am on stage, or to provide educational and recreational programming at the Sterling Community Center.
First Name:
Paul
Last Name:
Pack
Title:
Principal
Company or Organization:
Liberty Elementary School
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
7/5/1976
Public Name:
PaulPack
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
14 Years
Work Experience:
See Resume
Community Involvement:
It is my honor to serve as the Principal of Liberty Elementary School. The vision at Liberty is clear in our motto, “Preparing Active Learners.” Our teachers have moved from traditional lesson delivery to become creators of design briefs and guides to student discovery through our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) instruction. Liberty is truly preparing our students in developing 21st century and real-world skills.
As the instructional and organizational leader at Liberty Elementary, I make the vision clear to our staff, community and students. We will provide problem-based learning experiences that promote technology use, collaboration and critical thinking. We are seen by the Superintendent and our colleagues as a leader and staff developer in the field and routinely support our neighboring schools in bringing STEM to all students of Loudoun. Recently, we were asked to present at a county-wide STEM Day by the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the Board of Supervisors and Northern Virginia Community College on October 17, 2015. Our community knows that we value partnerships between teachers, businesses, and our families. In March, Liberty hosted our 5th annual STEMmerday, which is a community collaboration to transform the building into a hands-on discovery zone on a Saturday. To ensure all students have the opportunity to attend, we provided a bus, chaperones and food to at-risk students. Our attendance for the event was over 2000. This is a showcase for our school and is true ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
The most important person in any school is your child’s teacher. I am very proud to lead an incredibly talented staff at Liberty. As the Principal, my job is selecting of the best and brightest candidates in education and support each by providing powerful professional development to help them grow as instructors, advocates for children and leaders in STEM education.
Our staff is celebrated for their accomplishments. This year, we had two nominees for the Washington Post’s Agnes Meyer Teacher of the Year Award. Additionally, another teacher was recognized as Tech4Learning’s Educator for Technology Application in the Classroom. This week, I attended the Special Education Advisory Committee Ceremony as another teacher won the award for supporting students with disabilities.
Our school sees our own professional development as key in remaining on the forefront of instruction. We lead all LCPS Schools in teachers who have gained National Board Certification with 10% of our staff, and two additional teachers who are currently in the process. Many of our teachers hold post-graduate degrees in areas ranging from Administration to Technology Education to Initiatives in Educational Transformation. Recently, my teachers and I presented at the Children’s Engineering Convention, Association of Science Teachers Conference, and National Association of Elementary School Principals Conference. Additionally, I presented on multiple occasions to LCPS senior administration and principals on STEM education, teacher evaluation and more. My philosophy is that we share everything with ...
Additional Information:
Last summer, I worked with two teacher-leaders in creating STEMmerweek, which is offered to all of Loudoun as a STEM summer camp experience for rising 1st through 6th graders. Students from a dozen schools attended last summer. We offer full- and reduced-tuition scholarships for students so everyone has the opportunity to experience STEMmerweek. As some students were showing off their designs at the “Engineering Expo” on the camp’s last day in August of 2014, they were visited by Loudoun’s new Superintendent, Dr. Eric Williams. I explained at the Expo that to Dr. Williams, parents, and students that Liberty strongly believes in providing devices that allow our students an opportunity to use technology to fulfill Dr. Williams’s “One to the World” initiative. STEMmerweek proceeds directly benefited Liberty’s students in the purchase of one of the four new iPad carts in August. For our upcoming camp, we are using part of the money to create the “Rhonda Foley Liberty Alumni Scholarship.” Mrs. Foley, our kindergarten teacher, is currently battling cancer and is in hospice care as of today. We know she will be proud that Liberty is providing a $1000 scholarship in her name to a Liberty student now entering a STEM-related or education field in college.
My wife is a fourth grade teacher in Loudoun County our wonderful children participate go to Liberty with me but are in sports and activities near our home in Purcellville.
First Name:
Chris
Last Name:
Hunter
Title:
Business Retention Manager
Company or Organization:
Loudoun County Department of Economic Development
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
4/10/1985
Public Name:
Chunter
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Time Lived: 4 years, Time Worked: 1.5 years
Work Experience:
Please see uploaded resume
Community Involvement:
- Hold a seat on Loudoun Small Business Development Cener Board of Directors
- Executive Planning Committee member for the upcoming Virginia Young Professionals Summit 2015
- Member of the Northern Virginia Technology Council
- Co-organizer for the 1 Million Cups, Loudoun Tech Startups and AOL Techbreakfast business community development groups
- Member and Ambassador for the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce
- Member of the Loudoun Economic Development Advisory Commission
- 2015 Leadership Loudoun program enrollee
- Volunteer at Reston Bible Church
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment would have to be as primary manager and organizer of the 2014 and 2015 Loudoun Small Business Week initiatives (www.loudounsbw.org). Between the cumulative 10 days of events and seminars geared towards small business and entrepreneurial development, I successfully helped execute 35 events and 30 visits to Loudoun-based small businesses by their corresponding County District Supervisors
The two Loudoun Small Business Weeks drew participation of over 1,600 businesses throughout the County and surrounding districts.
Additional Information:
Thank you for your consideration!
First Name:
Jenny
Last Name:
Cherry
Title:
Director of Synchronized Skating
Company or Organization:
Team Ashburn Synchronized Skating
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/9/1977
Public Name:
jennyc
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
12 years
Work Experience:
TEAM ASHBURN SYNCHRONIZED SKATING – Ashburn, Virginia 2001 - PRESENT
Director of Synchronized Skating and Head Coach of International Judging System (IJS) Teams
Responsibilities and Key Accomplishments:
Implemented and led the organization’s growth strategy which resulted in a fivefold increase in the number of athletes (25 to 125 skaters) over the past 10 seasons. Currently fielding 9 lines including 2 International Judging System (IJS) teams (Novice and Intermediate).
Head coach of two 2015 alternate national qualifying teams (Juvenile and Novice).
Head coach of the 2014 Eastern Sectional pewter medalists and nationally qualifying Intermediate team which competed at the National Synchronized Skating Competition in Colorado Springs, CO.
Oversaw the conversion of the organization’s status to a fully recognized 501(c) (3) status.
Developed a successful marketing and retention strategy which attracted skaters from around the region including Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C.
Partnered with United States Figure skating to bring Dream Camp to Ashburn, Virginia (confirmed for July 11, 2015). Over 100 skaters and families will be in attendance supporting the Ashburn Ice House and other local businesses.
Selected as 1 of 4 coaches to attend the Junior World Synchronized Skating Championship in Zagreb, Croatia as part of the “WIN Project” through United States Figure Skating (USFS). WIN stands for World, International, and National. USFS leadership selects coaches based on their potential to grow a large scale organization capable of competing on the international level.
ASHBURN ICE HOUSE – Ashburn, Virginia 2001 - PRESENT
Figure Skating Coach
Community Involvement:
As my Directorship requires me to be available extensively seven days a week, I do not have many examples where I have been active in the community in terms of volunteering. My volunteer experience has been limited to supporting my daughter’s school and Girl Scout/Brownie events. I particularly enjoy remaining active in my daughter’s class room as I have the highest respect for teachers and know that a little extra support can make a lot of difference. If I broadly interpret this section of my submission, I would say my most meaningful contribution to the community has been through education. I have taught children in this county for 12 years; kids that were expelled by the county system, aspiring athletes, and children required to stay at home for a variety of personal and legal reasons. I love teaching and it brings me a great deal of joy when I think about the area’s young people that I have positively impacted.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment is being a working Mom and role model for my 9 year old daughter. With the support of my husband, we have worked hard to develop a kind, caring, funny, and devoted daughter who is well rounded, culturally aware, and ready for what the future may hold. From a professional standpoint, my proudest accomplishment is building Team Ashburn into a program where young athletes can chase their dreams, learn discipline, teamwork, and compassion, and represent Loudoun County with class. We’ve brought the name “Ashburn, Virginia” to competitions around the country including Colorado, Virginia, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and Michigan. As a result of dedicated athletes, coaches, and supportive parents, people around the country think fondly of Team Ashburn and by extension Loudoun County, Virginia.
Additional Information:
I wanted to take a moment and mention how flattered I am to simply be nominated for Loudoun’s 40 under 40. This was unexpected and your email really brightened my day! As most (if not all) of your nominees believe, we do our work because we sincerely care about our community and it's people. All the best to you and your organization as you arrive at your selections. Please let me know if you require any additional information.
First Name:
Katy
Last Name:
Tyrrell
Title:
Ms.
Company or Organization:
Middleburg Community Center
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/29/1976
Public Name:
KatyT
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
7 years
Work Experience:
Please see the attached resume in jpg format.
Community Involvement:
I have had the benefit of calling many different communities my home at various times in my life. Wherever it is that I’ve found myself, I’ve always made it a priority to immerse myself in the culture of the community. Prior to moving to Loudoun County, I began volunteering, first in college, then with the Peace Corps in West Africa, and Chicago, helping West African refugees learn English and navigate a very difficult cultural shift. Moving back to the Washington DC area, I continued to volunteer with organizations helping inner city youth improve their reading skills, and serving as a friend and mentor. When I moved to Loudoun County in 2008, I researched many organizations with which to volunteer. I joined the board of Loudoun Therapeutic Riding in 2012. It’s an incredible organization that benefits every aspect of our community. From the participants who are faced with any number of challenges, to the horses they care for and ride, and the friends, families, and volunteers that are also involved, everyone benefits. It is a beautifully symbiotic relationship between mankind and nature that shows how we all thrive when we work together.
As well as the community involvement listed above and my professional endeavors (all of which have been within the nonprofit community), I’m involved in the Loudoun County Chamber’s, Non-Profit Initiative, and the Middleburg Business & Professional Association. In my free time I support many other charities and local groups by attending various galas ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
I have lived my professional life with the understanding that every experience is an opportunity to learn, and grow, no matter how uncomfortable it might be at the time. It’s that ideology that has led me to take chances and seek opportunities to eventually reach the career goal that I set for myself in my mid-20s and accomplished in 2014 to be the Executive Director of a charity that makes a positive impact in the community.
My life’s purpose is to leave a positive imprint on the world. I am so pleased to have the opportunity to do that every day at the Middleburg Community Center. The people and populations that come through the Middleburg Community Center all do so with a positive spirit and desire to work together and positively impact the lives of children and adults, charities, local businesses, friends and families. It’s a powerful sense of fellowship, and I am honored more so than proud that I am able to be a part of expanding those efforts.
First Name:
Katie
Last Name:
Barchas Wilson
Title:
Director of Business Development
Company or Organization:
Mesh Omnimedia
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/26/1980
Public Name:
kbarchas
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
8.5 years
City:
Hamilton
State:
VA
Work Experience:
See attached.
Community Involvement:
I've always been told that the mark of an educated woman is in what she gives back to her community.
My commitment to giving back began when I was the President of my high school's Service Club, extended through my college years when I volunteered at a runaway youth shelter, grew in my early adulthood when I served as the Co-Executive Director of StandUp for Kids (a nonprofit that works with with young runaways), and continues today with the High-Heeled Happy Hours (see résumé for info on this community event that benefits local charities).
Additionally, I have chaired and/or served on a number of steering committees for community and non-profit events, and I served as Director of Fundraising for the Lincoln Elementary PTO this school year.
Proudest Accomplishment:
At one point in my life, my proudest career accomplishment was working my way up the corporate ladder in the capital markets industry. With no background in finance or economics, I began my career as an Office Manager for a third party review firm. Through hard work and a willingness to wear multiple hats, I was promoted to positions held only by Ivy League graduates and MBAs (I'm neither)... and more importantly, historically held by men.
My career in financial services afforded me the ability to support two children as a single mother, but the 70 hour work weeks took their toll on my family. My true proudest accomplishment (outside of my children, of course) was having the strength to leave the banking world and focus on my family and on my passions: marketing, events, and charity.
Though the pay was far less substantial, the relationships I have built, the businesses I've helped grow and succeed, and the charities I've supported have made it all worth while.
Further, with the High-Heeled Happy Hours, I've achieved something that I could not in my former career: creating a organization and network that celebrates and inspires women.
Additional Information:
Thank you for taking the time to review my application. As you are most likely aware, I helped launch the 40 Under 40 awards and oversaw the application and selection process, as well as the sponsorship sales and event planning for the last two years in my role as Marketing and Events Manager for Northern Virginia Media Services.
I'm honored to be included in the applicants this year, and regardless of the outcome, look forward to a very successful event.
Thank you for serving on the selection committee!
First Name:
Rishita
Last Name:
Jaju
Title:
Dr.
Company or Organization:
Smile Wonders Pediatric Dentistry
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
8/2/1979
Public Name:
Rjaju
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
8 years
Work Experience:
I am an American Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. After completing my dental education at Harvard School of Dental Medicine, I received specialty training in pediatric dentistry at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC; where I continue to serve as a part-time clinical faculty.
Over the past 8 years of building my experience and expertise in Laser Dentistry, it has been an honor to receive the highly coveted Master Status and Advanced Proficiency Certification from the Academy of Laser Dentistry. I have authored many articles and provided lecture seminars for introducing and promoting the benefits of laser applications in dentistry to fellow dentists, pediatricians, lactation consultants and speech pathologists.
My passion for optimal Infant and Pediatric Oral Health, Laser Dentistry and Life Long Learning must be recognized by colleagues and peers. I often receive referrals regarding treatment for the patients with most complex needs including infants as young as 2 days old, who are struggling with challenges of nursing due to lip or tongue-tie issues, all the way to adults with special healthcare or behavioral needs.
Other details of my work experience are included in my CV (attached). Thank you!
Community Involvement:
Community and philanthropic activities are woven into the fabric of my professional life and dental practice. On Loudon County Public School dental screening day, I focus on prevention of dental cavities by providing dental home care kits and education to children along with screening them for presence of dental decay. When children are diagnosed with cavities, I collaborate with the school nurses to help establish a dental home. If a child requires urgent dental care and the families have the financial hurdles, we provide treatment as a pro bono service so that an emergency room visit due to dental pain or oral infection/swelling is prevented. Many of these children also receive services during our ‘Dentistry from the Heart’ event, dedicated to providing free dental care to children of low income families. At our last event we provided free dental care worth approximately $47,000 to children and teens from all across Loudoun County and beyond.
As a leader and an expert resource for infant and pediatric oral health, I am passionate about improving the quality of life and nutrition of newborns that are having a difficulty with nursing due to lip-tie and tongue-tie issues. I provide several free-of-cost educational seminars for fellow colleagues and healthcare providers in Loudoun/Fairfax County as well as nationally, regarding benefits, proper diagnosis and treatment considerations for infant laser frenectomy procedure. I strive to provide a safety net for parents of newborns who require much needed help to properly manage the basic survival instinct of ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
I take tremendous pride in my work ethic and growth over the years. I have had incredible opportunities and have gained from each experience while giving back to the community or organization. Whether it was as a student at the Honors Program at UGA, Study Abroad Scholarship to Oxford, as a chief resident during pediatric dentistry specialty training, Operation Smile team Volunteer during mission trips, as a faculty member at the Children’s hospital or as Pediatric Laser Dentist. I have worked hard to gain expertise and earn the reputation of providing excellent pediatric dentistry – someone that kids love and parents trust! The sense of accomplishment and confidence evident on children’s face as they give me a hug or a high five at the end of their pleasant dental visit is priceless…there are many proud moments and accomplishments to come.
Besides providing successful care for my patients, I am also proud of being a successful mentor, leader, trusted adviser and inspiration for my colleagues and peers. I am humbled by becoming the recipient of the highly coveted Masters status in Academy of Laser Dentistry and selected as a member of the council of clinical affairs for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
First Name:
Christopher
Last Name:
Painter
Title:
Mr. Painter/Assitant Principal
Company or Organization:
Loudoun County Public Schools
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
11/14/1978
Public Name:
ChrisP
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
lived 2 years and worked 8 years
Work Experience:
I removed my Education from resume to condense it to 1 file. It is as follows:
B.A. - Psycholgy - Penn State Universtiy, 2001
Teaching Certificate - Mercyhurst College - Erie Pa, 2001
M.Ed - Educational Leaderhip - George Mason Universtiy, 2006
I have worked in education for 13 years and the last 8 with LCPS. During my tenure at LCPS, I have worked in a leadership position for the last 7.5 years. I worked 3.5 years as an Administrative Intern at Leagay Elementary in Ashburn and the last 4 years as an Assistant Principal at Horizon Elementary in Sterling.
Community Involvement:
In the Sterling community and with LCPS, my efforts have made a positive outcome for many families. I was integral in establishing a backpack buddies program for 40+ families at Horizon Elementary. We also were able to pilot a food rescue program where our school is able to donate extra food several times a week to a local food bank. I also particpate with our local Middle and High Schools to provide several opportunites throughout the year which offer many services (community resources, clothing, food, etc...) to families in need.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My produest accomplishment is my work with our special educaiton staff, students, and community at Horizon. My efforts have included establishing Parent coffees to our families with chiildren that receive special education services. This effort was created to try and establish a stronger netwroking system for our families and provide as much infomration possible to our parents about additional resources in Loudoun county. Through my efforts, I was recognized in 2013 by the Special Education Advisory Committee for Excellence in Education. This award recognizes individuals who have displayed exceptional day-to-day interactions with students and have exceeded the criteria for excellence in supporting students with disabilities. To me this award celebrates the impact one can have with students with disabilities through motivation, encouragement and support and it is a constant reminder that I am a role model to our students. Finally, my actions have promoted inclusion and created an environment where every student is valued, welcomed and encouraged to succeed at Horizon Elememtary.
Additional Information:
I moved to Loudoun County because I love the area and I strongly beleive in LCPS. I have 2 children that will be attending LCPS and I can not think of a better place to raise a family. I am proud to say that I live in Loudoun County.
First Name:
Gwen
Last Name:
Kennedy
Title:
Project Manager
Company or Organization:
Loudoun County, Virginia
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
3/2/1981
Public Name:
gkennedy
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
7.5 years
Work Experience:
I was promoted in May 2015 as a Project Manager in the Office of the County Administrator. My resume is below.
Loudoun County
Dept. of General Services, Loudoun County, VA
Dec 2011-May 2015
Environmental Program Specialist
• Managed water and wastewater projects initiated by the County
• Administered, evaluated, and coordinated efforts related to the Loudoun County Water and Wastewater Needs Assessment Work Plan
• Reviewed, evaluated and tracked environmental legislation
• Provided technical support, research, and reporting related to the County’s assessment and implementation of the Chesapeake Bay TMDL Phase II and Phase III WIP.
Loudoun County
Dept. of Construction & Waste Management, Loudoun County, VA May 2008- Nov. 2011
Recycling Specialist
• Contract Administrator and manager of nine County contracts
• Managed Household Hazardous Waste and Business Hazardous
Waste programs including event planning and contract management
• Educated and communicated with residents about recycling and hazardous waste by answering residential inquiries, attending community events, and working with regional organizations
• Provided analytic support to solid waste policy
Loudoun County
Office of the County Administrator, Loudoun County, VA
Jan. 2010-April 2010
• Tracked legislation pertinent to Loudoun County government and staff
• Organized and wrote general Board items for public meetings
• Provided analysis and research on state budget and bills
Loudoun County
Management and Financial Services, Loudoun County, VA
July 2007- April 2008
Management Intern
• Authored Orientation ...
Community Involvement:
I work a lot with Our Saviors Way Lutheran Church. I sit on the Ministry and Mission Servant Leadership Group and the social ministries committee. As part of social ministries, I help organize monthly dinners provided at the homeless shelter and co-chair an annual Stop Hunger Now event at the church. I am also a small group leader and am involved with the choral groups.
I am also a graduate of the 2011 Class of Leadership Loudoun
Proudest Accomplishment:
Working with County staff to complete the Community Water and Wastewater Work Plan products being considered by the Board of Supervisors on June 3, 2015. Products include the Water and Wastewater Project Funding Policy adopted by the Board on March 4, 2015, which describes how the County will provide financial support to communities that have been prioritized for water and/or wastewater projects.
First Name:
Alexandra
Last Name:
McKay
Title:
Miss
Company or Organization:
National Sporting Library & Museum
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
2/22/1987
Public Name:
amckay
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
1.5 years
Work Experience:
Education:
Randolph-Macon Woman’s College (Randolph College): Bachelor of the Arts – 2009
Major: History
Minor: British and American Literature
Senior Thesis: Love of an Idea: Frank Lloyd Wright and the Creation of the American Suburbs
Published Events: Washingtonian Magazine, Scout Guide, Middleburg Life, and United with Love
Relevant Experience:
Membership and Development Manager: National Sporting Library & Museum
- Arranged and oversaw the creation of a new database
- Planned and coordinated the Annual Polo Benefit Match and Luncheon with 100 VIP guests and 150 tailgating guests
- Developed a public concert series called Open Late
- Processed the donor contributions and sent out thank you notes to donors
- Coordinated high end lectures and dinners for Circle level members
- Created a new membership renewal system
Special Events Coordinator (2013): Piedmont Environmental Council
- Coordinated with Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute and Shenandoah National Park Trust staff to facilitate 350 person event
- Arranged and oversaw Annual Piedmont Ball for 200 guests at private home
- Integrated Ball Committee ideas on theme with traditional ball etiquette
- Designed, advertised and coordinated the Meet the Farmer dinner series
- Created invitations and programs for all events held by the development office
Managing Director (2013-2014): Love of an Idea Events
- Facilitated either full wedding planning or day of coordination for brides
Special Events Associate (2010-2013): Long Branch Historic House and Farm, Millwood, VA
- Designed, advertised ...
Community Involvement:
Activities and Major Awards:
Volunteer Barns of Rose Hill Gala
Chairman of Gold Key Tour Guides at Randolph-Macon Woman’s College/Randolph College
- Led VIP tours and other campus tours
- Assisted the Admissions staff during Open Houses
Communications Intern for the American Culture Program at Randolph College
- Designed and updated a Blog to inform students, staff, and faculty as well as others of the activities of the American Culture Program including guests and trips
Co-founder and president -The History Club at Randolph-Macon Woman’s College/Randolph College
- Began both a film series and an awareness campaign of historic events and people
- Created an information campaign to inform students of the background of Greek theater both in Greece and at the college in association with the Greek Play cast and crew
Recipient of Theodore Jack Scholarship at Randolph-Macon Woman’s College/Randolph College
- Given to students who have both a strong academic record as well as involvement in their communities
Dean of Students’ Student Life Committee at Randolph College
- Worked with a team to design programs to unify students in light of the introduction of
Co-education
- Facilitated communication between students and administration through Facebook
Virginia Main Street Program Junior Volunteer of the Year
Commencement Speaker Committee at Randolph College
Proudest Accomplishment:
When I began this job I did not know even the rules of polo. I knew there was a divot stomp tradition. Eight months later I ran a super match of some of the top women in the game. The two day event ended with a luncheon and polo match. We were able to share the experience of the match with 250 people from across the country. I remember standing in amazement of the extraordinary athleticism of the women who played and the grace of the horses.
First Name:
Sarah
Last Name:
Werner
Title:
Certified Nurse Midwife
Company or Organization:
Loudoun Community Midwives
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
7/9/1987
Public Name:
Sassa1987
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
22 Years
Work Experience:
Certified Nurse Midwife
Loudoun Community Midwives- Leesburg, VA October 2014- Present
Registered Nurse
Loudoun Community Midwives- Leesburg, VA July 2014- October 2014
Registered Nurse II
INOVA Loudoun Hospital Labor & Delivery Unit- Leesburg, VA February 2013-February 2014
Registered Nurse II
Reston Hospital Center Labor & Delivery Unit- Reston, VA January 2011- February 2013
Registered Nurse II
INOVA Fairfax Hospital Postpartum Unit- Falls Church, VA October 2009-December 2010
Registered Nurse I
INOVA Loudoun Hospital Post-Surgical Unit- Leesburg, VA July 2009- October 2009
Care Team Assistant
INOVA Loudoun Hospital Post- Surgical Unit- Leesburg, VA June 2006- July 2009
Community Involvement:
Loudoun County has been my home for most of my life and I feel I am very involved in the community here. I grew up in western Loudoun and graduated from Loudoun Valley High School. I was a part of the LVHS state championship volleyball team in 2004 as well as a member of the national honor's society. I went away for college, but returned to Loudoun after receiving my Bachelor’s degree in nursing. Ever since college I have been a volunteer assistant volleyball coach at Loudoun Valley and coach volleyball camps for parks and rec at Douglass Community Center.
I attend Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg and have been very involved in the women’s ministry there as well as volunteering as a nurse for their middle school and high school summer camps. I participated in a short-term mission trip to Guatemala in 2011 with Cornerstone Chapel and plan to participate in another short-term mission trip to Honduras this fall.
The majority of my career life has centered around INOVA Loudoun Hospital. When I was in high school I was a student volunteer in the post-op recovery room and my first job while in college was as a nurses’ aid on the post-surgical unit at ILH. My first job as a nurse was on the post-surgical unit and after leaving INOVA Loudoun to get more women’s health experience, I ultimately made my way back there as a Labor and Delivery RN. After finishing ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment would have to be my career journey. My goal in life has always been to be a Certified Nurse Midwife and if I had to pick my dream job it would have been working for Loudoun Community Midwives.
When I was getting ready to graduate from high school I knew that I wanted to try to find a college where I could play volleyball and go to nursing school. During that process I encountered several schools that said I could do one or the other, but not both. I was privileged to find Alderson-Broaddus College, which was a very small school that allowed me to do both volleyball and nursing. It was not an easy road but I managed to graduate from nursing school in four years and play NCAA Division II volleyball all four of those years.
After college I knew that I wanted to start the process of finding a graduate school to do my midwifery degree as soon as possible. After working as a nurse for a year I was accepted to Shenandoah University’s Midwifery program. The last year of Shenandoah’s program is a preceptorship with a certified nurse midwife in the community that you live in. I was privileged to be able to secure a Preceptorship with Paula Senner, CNM at Loudoun Community Midwives. After finishing the preceptorship and graduating from Shenandoah University with my Master’s in Nursing with a specialty of Midwifery ...
Additional Information:
Along with being involved in my church and coaching volleyball my hobbies include baking, cake decorating, crocheting, running, and biking. I enjoy running 5K’s and am participating in my first sprint triathlon later this month.
My husband and my family mean the world to me. My parents also grew up in Loudoun County and went to Loudoun Valley High School. I do not have children yet, but love watching my niece and nephew grow up.
First Name:
Michael
Last Name:
Kozich
Title:
Executive Chef/Owner
Company or Organization:
Bluewater Kitchen
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
7/9/1985
Public Name:
MKozich
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Lived in Loudoun for 10 years, but my I have been in business for 2 years in Loudoun
Work Experience:
-Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, NY
-Michel Richard's Citronelle, Washington DC
-Hooked Seafood & Sushi, Sterling, VA
-Whole Foods, Aspen, CO
-The Little Nell, Aspen CO
-The Ashby Inn, Paris, VA
-Bluewater Kitchen, Bluemont, VA
Community Involvement:
Hosting The Fly Fishing Film Tour with Orivs of Leesburg at Buchanan Hall in Upperville, VA where we donated a portion of the funds to Project Healing Waters. Bluewater Kitchen has also done several events at Boulder Crest in Bluemont, including Songwriting with Soldiers and a weekend for the Lone Survivor Foundation. These events included cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner for service veterans.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Starting a catering and events business that locally sources all of its products, called Bluewater Kitchen. I personally go to each farm, meet with the farmer, build a relationship with the farmer to know what is being harvested and when. We then write our custom menus for each client, so they have the most unique "farm to table" event possible while supporting the local community & farms. I find joy in highlighting through my cooking the best products coming out of this area from small farms.
Additional Information:
My passion is sharing good food with others, especially during moments of their lives which they will hold close for their lifetime. Its very special to be part of that.
First Name:
Jason P.
Last Name:
Sengpiehl
Title:
Agent/Owner
Company or Organization:
Sengpiehl Insurance Group, LLC - Allstate Agency
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
1/4/1977
Public Name:
jsengpiehl
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
Moved to Round Hill (from Fairfax Co.) in 1985 at age 8. Lived and/or worked here since.
Work Experience:
I started working in Loudoun when I was in my early teens (early 1990's) at the Round Hill Mini Market. I would ride my bicycle there after school to sweep the floors and stock the shelves. When I received my driver's license at 16 I worked my way into Purcellville as a Busboy/Dishwasher at what was then called Fran's Place (now the Purcellville Restaurant) and then at Al's Pizza which is no longer there. In 2003, after school and marriage, I started a company in Purcellville called Gophers Delivery. I built that company up for a couple years but the population and technology I needed for sustained growth was not here yet so I began working at the local Allstate agency in 2004 and then full-time Allstate in 2005. I recently purchased the Allstate agency that I have worked at for the last nine years this past October 1st, 2014. I am now the local Allstate agent in Purcellville and plan to be here as an agency owner for decades to come.
Community Involvement:
Current member of the PBA. With my new roll as the local Allstate agent, my goal is to get this office up and running so that it can be a strong generator of sponsorships and charities in the area. I also have a 4 year old son, 2 year old daughter and a child due this December which I hope to be able to bring up in the local schools, activities and sports. I see Allstate sponsoring many youth leagues in the near future along with many hours of coaching on my end!
Proudest Accomplishment:
To be completely honest, I have not achieved it yet. Starting this Allstate agency in Purcellville is just the beginning of my lifelong accomplishment which is to leave a "Sengpiehl Family Legacy" in this town that my children and my seven siblings (and their children) can be proud of and carry on. Like Nichols Hardware and Browning Equipment, I would like Sengpiehl Insurance to be considered a pillar of the community in years to come through our community involvement and charitable work.
Additional Information:
I would like to thank whoever nominated me along with the committee for considering me. I have been to 17 different countries and all over the USA and I have found no place I could call home outside this area. If my accomplishments to date are not quite yet worthy of this honor, I hope to be able to prove myself in time for the 50 Under 50!! Take care - Jason P. Sengpiehl
First Name:
elaine
Last Name:
espinola keltz
Title:
Mrs. DC America 2015
Company or Organization:
Mrs. DC America Organization
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
7/31/1977
Public Name:
benaj5
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
5 years
Work Experience:
Education: Loyola College, Baltimore, MD. Major: Psychology, Minor: Business
Work Experience: Professor of English, Assumption University, Bangkok, Thailand 1999-2000.
SmithKline Beecham- Pharmaceutical Sales Representative, Baltimore, MD. 2001-2003
Novartis Pharmaceuticals- Pharmaceutical Consultant/ Senior Cardiovascular Specialist 2003-2009.
Stella & Dot- Stylist/Senior Stylist- Ashburn, VA 2012-2013
Younique Cosmetics- Ashburn, VA 2013-2015
My first job after college was a teaching position at a University in Bangkok, Thailand. I taught English to University freshman for one year. It was an incredible experience and one that fostering a love of inspiring and encouraging others around me.
I had a very successful career in Pharmaceutical Sales starting with SmithKline Beecham and then GlaxoSmithkline when the companies merged. I took a position with Novartis Pharmaceuticals when I moved to Washington, DC. I was quickly promoted several times and won the prestigious President's Club Award in 2008.
I stopped working in the corporate world after the birth of my second child and returned back to a flexible working environment through Direct Sales, starting with Stella & Dot and now Younique Cosmetics. I quickly grew large teams of women with both companies and I have currently been promoted six times with Younique and lead a team of 1397 smart women. My leadership with my team includes training, mentoring and teaching sales skills through online, over the phone and in person meetings.
Community Involvement:
As Mrs. DC America 2015, I am very involved in promoting my passion and platform, Empowerment for Women through Business Networking and Entrepreneurship. I am a local Ashburn Wife, Mother and Business Owner, but my title as Mrs. DC America enables me to support the entire DMV in my endeavors. I attend many networking events that support women in business and local non-profit organizations in the area including, The High Heeled Happy Hours, The Real Housewives of Northern Virginia Networking events. I have spent time volunteering at Walker Mill Middle School discussing how young people can get involved in business and better their community. I have volunteered with local chapters the Girl Scouts of America and I have attended various events that support our nation's Veterans with Organizations like Luke's Wings and VETSports. I have volunteered with a non-profit organization called Touching Heart Foundation which encouraged young children to get involved in the community through service. What I like about this organization is that it puts the planning process in the minds of children on ways they can use their skills and talents to raise money for various other non-profit organizations. There is nothing more important than teaching service to children- not just by example, but by their actual involvement. I continue to partner with this organization.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My Proudest Accomplishment includes my most recent accomplishment of earning the Title Mrs. DC America 2015. I am humbled and honored to have be able to present my professional, personal and community accomplishments in the pageant, which took place on March 14th in front of almost 300 guests. I am proud to be a wife, mother and business owner in our community. I have never participated in a pageant before, and I wasn't looking to participate in one. In fact, I had never heard of the Mrs. Pageant System. When the opportunity presented itself, I decided to go for it! At 38 years old and after 10 years of marriage, 3 children, a long career in pharmaceutical sales and a new and thriving business, I have never felt so confident in who I am and what I have to offer others. Through my business with Younique Cosmetics, I have been able to share a flexible entrepreneurship with women all across the United States and many right here in this area- and it has been uplifting and empowering for them and for myself. It has been with my experience in my business that has given me a lot of confidence in encouraging and inspiring other women to use their talents and skills to consider pursing a business of their own and/or to support other local women in business. I have taken this passion and have incorporated it into my platform with my role as Mrs. DC America' Empowerment for Women through ...
Additional Information:
I am so excited to have been nominated for 2015 40 Under 40 with Leesburg Today. This is my second nomination and I am so humbled to be considered. It would be an honor to be chosen this year!
First Name:
Jack
Last Name:
Devine
Title:
Member
Company or Organization:
Tally Ho Productions LLC
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
6/5/1990
Public Name:
devinej22
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
24 years
Work Experience:
Created Tally Ho Productions LLC in 2012.
Community Involvement:
We have hosted Jingle Jam three years in a row that donates all proceeds to JDRF. We have hosted benefits for 100 Women Strong, Autism Speaks, Beat the Odds, Toys For Tots as well as a handful of wedding receptions as well.
Proudest Accomplishment:
Hosting Blue Oyster Cult's January 31st, 2015 sold out show and got a photo with the legends themselves.
Additional Information:
I love live music.
First Name:
Will
Last Name:
Estrada
Title:
Director of Federal Relations
Company or Organization:
Home School Legal Defense Association
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
5/19/1983
Public Name:
willestrad
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
11 years
Work Experience:
I am a Staff Attorney and the Director of the Federal Relations Department at the Home School Legal Defense Association in Purcellville, VA. I have been the Director of the Federal Relations Department since 2006, and Staff Attorney since 2008.
From 2007 - 2012, I served as the Director of HSLDA's Generation Joshua division, a nonpartisan nationwide organization dedicated to teaching young people ages 11-19 about civic and community involvement.
I was first hired by HSLDA in January, 2004, as a legal assistant, and served in this capacity until I was promoted to the Director of HSLDA's Federal Relations department in 2006.
Community Involvement:
I am the Co-Director of Good Samaritan Advocates' Loudoun County Pro Bono Legal Clinic. I have volunteered with GSA since 2012. More information about GSA is available at www.goodsamaritanadvocates.org
I am also a board member with Good Samaritan Advocates, and also serve on the board of Life Raft International, a nonprofit dedicated to helping the plight of refugees in Thailand. More information about Life Raft International is available at http://liferaftinternational.org/
I have been a member of the Loudoun County Republican Committee since I moved to Loudoun County in 2004. I currently serve as the 2nd Vice Chairman, Loudoun County Republican Committee.
I have been a member of the Loudoun West Camp of the Gideons International since 2008. The Gideons International is a nondenominational Christian organization that ministers around the world and works with area churches of all denominations.
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest accomplishment is being Rachel Estrada's husband and Dominic's dad.
My second proudest accomplishment is working with the dedicated pro bono attorneys and volunteers at Good Samaritan Advocates to bring a pro bono legal clinic to Loudoun County. We started the clinic at Reston Bible Church in 2013, and since then, have served almost 100 hundred clients among our neighbors in need.
Additional Information:
I am a candidate for Loudoun County Board of Supervisors from the Leesburg District.
First Name:
John
Last Name:
Connolly
Title:
George L. Ohrstrom, Jr. Librarian
Company or Organization:
National Sporting Library & Museum
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
11/24/1985
Public Name:
jconnolly
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
15 months
Work Experience:
George L. Ohrstrom, Jr. Librarian
National Sporting Library & Museum
March 2014 – Present (1 year 3 months)
Middleburg, Virginia
Has oversight of Library’s book collections consisting of books dating from 1523 to the present. Collections include archives and periodicals. Responsibilities include care of the books, archives and periodicals and cataloging acquisitions. Processes book donations; assists researchers, fellows, and visitors as needed;assists with annual NSLM used book sale. Composes regular social media postings on materials from the collection. Collaborates with NSLM staff to create compelling programming and ways to use new media to enhance the ability of NSLM to fulfill its mission.
Assistant Editor (Part Time)
Virginia Libraries
November 2011 – December 2014 (3 years 2 months)
Develops and organizes relevant and timely content for the Virginia Library Assassination's quarterly journal. Assists the editor in proofing and editing content ahead of publication deadline. Communicates with writers, editors and layout staff as needed. Serves on VLA's Executive Committee.
Software Instructor
The Library Corporation
October 2011 – March 2014 (2 years 6 months)
Inwood, WV
Provides in-person on-site training and troubleshooting for customers who have purchased or upgraded TLC's Library.Solution integrated library system. Schedules, administers and performs regular and customer-specific webinars for Library.Solution customers. Troubleshoot customer-reported issues via telephone and TLC customer support ticket system.
Library Volunteer
All Saints Parish Library
October 2010 – October 2011 (1 year 1 month)
Manassas, VA
Assists patrons in locating and selecting desired materials from the library. Perform check-in and check-out of all ...
Community Involvement:
I have grown into a deeper involvement in the Middleburg community through my role as Librarian. I serve as the steward of many of the community's memories. As people bring us old cardboard boxes with books, photos, letters, diaries, and journals, I enjoy an intimate view of the community here: the passion with which people pursue equestrian activities is a lens for their lives. Here in Middleburg, that lens focuses our understanding of our community history. Our collections chronicle the sporting heritage of the region: steeplechase races, foxhunting, show jumping, horse shows. But in each sport are bound up the memories of the people who practice those sports. I'm honored to be the caretaker of those memories.
Proudest Accomplishment:
A man came to me for research help last fall. His wife had placed in junior hunter in a horse show in the early 1980s, and he was looking for something, anything, that mentioned the accomplishment. The details were very sparse, as this was all to be a Christmas surprise for his wife. It took a long time and lots of work to track down the record. In the end, we managed to find the listing in the Chronicle of the Horse. The husband was thrilled that we were able to help, and came back to thank me in person for the help. It's that kind of interaction that means so much to me in this job.
First Name:
David
Last Name:
Ocasio
Title:
Senior Internal Whoelsaler
Company or Organization:
Kestler Financial Group, Inc
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
10/16/1976
Public Name:
DOcasio
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
10 years work / 7 years lived
Work Experience:
Kestler Financial Group
Senior Wholesaler 8/2015 - present
KFG is an independent Annuity Marketing Organization. We help advisors develop capital preservation plans for their clients throughout the country. Our focus is helping our advisers with safe annuities that will provide living and legacy planning.
I personally work with over 50 advisors across the country, helping them develop plans that provide better client outcomes and improve retirement planning.
As a member of the Annexus Group we have the opportunity to provide unique and proprietary service. I have been top 10 in Annexus sales six consecutive years as well as #2 in Annexus production in 2013, #7 in sales in 2014.
Throughout my 12 years working in the industry, I have spent the last 10 gaining invaluable experience at Kestler Financial. One of my passions as an internal wholesaler is helping
advisors grow their business successfully. On the client side, I find tremendous satisfaction in helping individuals understand their options for retirement & giving them peace of mind by meeting their insurance needs.
As a fully licensed agent, I am also able to appreciate both sides of the industry which gives me a unique insight professionally.I do my best to share this perspective with all of my advisors on a regular basis so that they may in turn provide the best information possible to their own clients.
Our team at Kestler specializes in building long lasting relationships based on trust and ...
Community Involvement:
Community Volunteer work includes:
Loudoun Free Clinic
Leesburg, VA
10/2013 - present
Interpreter (Spanish/English) for Latino patients
La Unidad Latina
Fraternal Organization / University of MD, College Park
Community based organization, we volunteer tutoring Latino students in the DMV
Charitable Race Organization
As an active Tri-athlete and member of Leesburg based Tri Blu Triathlon team we volunteer at local races
Proudest Accomplishment:
Proudest personal accomplishment:
My family. Married for 7 years with two daughters, Sofia 6 and Alicia 4 with a 3rd girl on the way in July. We're a great team and together we accomplish whatever we want to.
Proudest professional Accomplishment:
Consistently top 10 year after year for the products we market at Kestler Financial Group
Proudest Athletic Accomplishment:
(to date) IronMan 70.3 finisher, June 2014 Maryland
Additional Information:
I love Loudoun County. I grew up in Maryland and have lived in NYC as well as Miami but once I started working in Leesburg in 2005 I knew this was the I wanted to settle down in. In 10 years I have grown as much as Loudoun has, our paths are connected.
First Name:
Joel
Last Name:
Johnson
Title:
Owner/Operator
Company or Organization:
Yohanan Farm
Comments:
(0)
Birthdate:
5/27/1982
Public Name:
JoelJ
Time Lived and/or Worked in Loudoun:
2 years
Work Experience:
See jpg.
Community Involvement:
3 years ago, my family lived in Vienna, VA. On nights and weekends, we always drove to Loudoun County for a new adventure. Most of our outings were outdoors and even wild, but some were just scoping out live music or a new restaurant. Obviously, we were destined to move to Loudoun eventually. When we made the leap and chose Purcellville, I (Joel Johnson) quit my job in DC and started an organic farm right here in our town. I knew that providing clean, healthy food was the highest service I could provide a community, so I jumped in with both feet. Financially, the move was risky. I remember telling my wife one night, “Let’s burn the boats. Let’s cut off our only escape route.” I was referring to the nest egg we had built up for retirement/emergencies while working in the city. We had 2 babies, and were not sure if a chemical-free farm would be viable, but we were determined to find out.
Since then, we have met countless people at the Purcellville Farmers Markets and other community events who are not able to eat a conventional diet. Some have narrowly beat cancer or autoimmune disorders. Others have a food allergy. Some are committed to disease prevention. Many know what “big ag” does to animals and the environment. Everyone has a different reason for supporting our farm, but the synnergy has ...
Proudest Accomplishment:
My proudest achievement to date has been to bring together the people in my farming background (GMO mono-culture crop farmers) and the organic consumer community. Usually these 2 groups are on separate sides of the pasture, shaking their fists at one another. With surprising ease, I’ve brought the two groups of people together over – you guessed it – food. This has been an unexpected achievement for me, one that I never set out to accomplish. So it has been healing (to say the least) for people in both camps to hear the other side of the story. Sometimes, I’m the one relaying the facts, and other times, we sit down to a good home-grown and home-cooked meal together, and the good will just flows as the conversation develops.
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Additional Information: Our generation is changing the definition of “success.” Status symbols of the 90’s are still prevalent, but this “Under 40” crowd values ingenuity and resourceful grit above financial security, and this is a new trend. So the personalities who end up on Leesburg Today’s 40 Under 40 List is more than traditional applause, it’s inspiration for both younger generations and older. No matter who is chosen, the list is eye-opening and exciting in the opportunities that readers can internalize as potential for their own lives, and that’s why I love this yearly feature. Even if I’m not selected, I look forward to seeing the names and stories, because they can be a loose model for anyone – even my kids or myself.
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